Job Description

Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II - Lufkin Area Office (2500994)

Position Information

Do you like variety in your job duties? Do you enjoy working with internal and external customers? We're looking for someone that enjoys learning and working independently but is a great team player. The Lufkin Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector I or II that will give you that variety, because construction involves a little bit of everything. You will also be able to work with great people and make a difference. Come be a part of our team!

Salary range for each position level:

Position Title : Salary Grade/Range

Construction Inspector I: B18 - $45,521 - $71,105/year
Construction Inspector II: B19 - $48,244 - $76,028/year

This position is for one Construction Inspector I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

45,521.00

Maximum Salary

76,028.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Work Locations

Lufkin District Headquarters 1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE Lufkin 75901

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job

Shift Details

40

Location Flexibility

Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector I

• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Drives to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Construction Inspector II
The essential duties for this job include those listed above and the following:

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience :

Construction Inspector I: No experience required.

Construction Inspector II: 1 Year construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications : Valid drivers license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Construction Inspector I

• Considerable knowledge of
  • Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems.
  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Some knowledge of
  • Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
  • Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Other Attributes
  • Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision.

Construction Inspector II

• Extensive knowledge of
  • Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements.
  • Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of
  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
  • Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.
• Other Attributes
  • Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise.
• Subject to vibration.
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation.
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia.
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.
• Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction.
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position.
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand.
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
• Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects.
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication.
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts.
• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• 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.

Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Job Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Apr 9, 2025, 12:00:00 AM

Unposting Date

Apr 23, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist I/II State Job Code/s: 2127/2128

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category:

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, For contractors, Work experience placement, Work at office, Long distance, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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