Project Inspector

State of Indiana•Lafayette, IN

6d•$42,900 - $50,460•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Inspector serves as INDOT’s primary on-site observer for construction projects, helping ensure work complies with INDOT standards and specifications. The position may also support winter operations, including snow plowing. Work may include testing materials such as concrete and soil, reading plans and specifications, and recording daily operations, material records, and item payments in computer record-keeping software. Depending on assignment, the employee may perform construction inspection, materials testing, geotechnical testing, bridge maintenance, highway maintenance, or related duties. Candidates who have not completed INDOT’s Certified Technician Program may complete it during employment and may later advance to Highway Technician 1. This role may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. The position is with INDOT’s Crawfordsville District.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.
Must pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, regulations, principles, and practices relevant to highway construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
Ability to independently lead and coordinate a field crew’s work.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.
A degree is not required; a high school diploma or equivalent is not required but may be considered alongside relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities.
For testing assignments: ability to interpret and follow AASHTO, ASTM, INDOT specifications, and Indiana Test Methods (ITM), and ability to pass the INDOT Certified Testing Technician program.
For construction assignments: ability to pass the INDOT Certified Inspector program.
For geotechnical services: ability to pass the office proficiency exams in Classification & Atterberg, Electrochemical, Strength & Proctor, and Resilient Modulus testing.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Completion of INDOT’s Certified Technician Program qualifies candidates to start as a Highway Technician 1.
A current CDL with the endorsements required by the district.

Responsibilities

Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
Ensure staff complete assigned work and report problems to supervisors.
Communicate with contractors to help ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
Inspect and maintain equipment, including minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, and pavement markings.
Perform emergency response activities, including cleanup, traffic control, lane closures, and placement of signs and barricades.
When assigned to bridge maintenance, provide crews with technical expertise, oversight, and specialized equipment; operate highway and bridge equipment; and report problems to the Bridge Maintenance Supervisor.
When assigned to testing, collect and test construction materials at producer plants, construction sites, or INDOT facilities; calculate and record results in the INDOT reporting system.
When assigned to construction, assist the project supervisor or engineer with inspection and ensure construction tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded promptly.
Perform facility maintenance, including repairing and installing brine-making and storage systems.
When assigned to geotechnical services, maintain soil-test qualifications and operate and maintain laboratory equipment to test soil and rock samples.
Attend work at assigned worksites.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, or activities as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Paid New Parent Leave and paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as an employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.
Additional $1 per hour for candidates with a current CDL and required district endorsements, or after obtaining them within 90 days.