Transportation Construction Inspector
About The Position
The Transportation Construction Inspector assists with inspection of roadway and structure construction operations, performs calculations and computations under supervision, and conducts materials sampling and testing. The role monitors and performs inspection work on complex and routine highway projects, maintains daily project records, prepares monthly estimates, and measures completed work to calculate contract pay quantities. The inspector also reads plans, blueprints, and contract specifications. The position may be classified as Level II, III, or IV based on relevant experience. Level IV Technicians may serve as Lead Project Inspectors, oversee projects, communicate with contractors and NCDOT, and supervise and guide lower-level technicians.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, with the ability to apply formulas.
- Proficiency using an iPad, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Dropbox, and/or OneDrive.
- Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and make decisions.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to perform required testing and maintain detailed reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively with agency and contractor personnel and the general public.
- Ability to read and interpret roadway, bridge, and structure plans and contract specifications.
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to drive.
- Ability to walk over rough and uneven terrain and stand for up to 12 hours a day on occasion.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, grasp, reach, raise hands above head, sit, climb, balance, and work in confined spaces and at heights, with adequate vision to perform tasks.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Level II Technicians: at least four years of relevant experience; ability to perform duties without supervision and consult resource materials to answer simple inspection requirements.
- Level III Technicians: at least five years of relevant experience; ability to perform duties without supervision and consult resource materials to answer simple inspection requirements.
- Level IV Technicians: at least seven years of relevant experience; may serve as a Lead Project Inspector and supervise lower-level technicians.
Responsibilities
- Assist in inspecting roadway and structure construction operations.
- Perform calculations and computations with supervision.
- Sample and test materials; collect materials weigh tickets and conduct roadway tests to verify materials meet specifications and are placed according to standard specifications.
- Monitor and perform inspection work on complex and routine highway projects.
- Maintain daily records of project activities and prepare monthly project estimates.
- Take field measurements of completed work items and calculate contract pay quantities.
- For Level IV Technicians, provide general project oversight, communicate with the contractor and NCDOT, and supervise and guide lower-level technicians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
