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Construction Inspector I/II: 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 III: 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. Trains others. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:The essential duties for Construction Inspector I include:

• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and
  construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with
  plans and specifications.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• 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.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector II include those listed above and:

• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan
  development by others.

• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector III include those listed above and:

• Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and
  related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and
  materials meet required standards.
• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field 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 Inspector III: 2 Years*

*Experience must be in construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support. (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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications: 

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in construction, construction inspection; or materials or process inspection.

Competencies:Competencies for Construction Inspector I include:

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Competencies for Construction Inspector II include those listed above and:

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Comptencies for Construction Inspector III include those listed above and:

• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that
  support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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 and vibration
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• 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
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• 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
• 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
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the standard conditions of employment: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to respond during emergency situations/operations.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.