Material/Process Inspector I - II

Texas Department of Transportation • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Performs material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential duties of a Material/Process Inspector I:
Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
Maintains a diary of inspection or test details.
Performs tests and inspection duties.
Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
Additional duties of a Material/Process Inspector II:
Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
Maintains and calibrates equipment.
Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of
programs.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
• Valid driver’s license.
• This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
• This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Material/Process Inspector I: Some skill in: Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information. Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry. Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems. Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
• Material/Process Inspector II (in addition to those above): Some knowledge of: Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures. Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies. Some skill in: Conducting laboratory tests. Calibrating equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Material/Process Inspector II: 1 year laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering-related work (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
• Maintains a diary of inspection or test details.
• Performs tests and inspection duties.
• Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
• Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment.
• Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED