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About this Job At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. This position, located in the Construction Section of the Department of Transportation and Development, serves as the assistant to the Lead Construction Inspector and reports directly to the Construction Inspector Supervisor.

The role involves inspecting and verifying construction work, performing field tests, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. The incumbent must hold required certifications, operate specialized testing equipment, and effectively represent the Department while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and public trust. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx Minimum Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Inspect construction projects to ensure compliance with departmental standards, project specifications, and quality requirements. Serve as lead inspector in the absence of the Construction Inspector 5 and assist with project coordination.

Monitor contractor procedures, signage, and Equal Employment Opportunity compliance. Perform field testing (e.g., soil densification using nuclear density machine, pavement profile evaluations). Take and verify project measurements; calculate and record quantities for project documentation

Compile contractor payment summaries and prepare/review project diaries and records. Gather field information for project changes and maintain positive public relations. Provide on-the-job training in areas of certification.

Write haul tickets and manage other required project paperwork. Perform office duties such as indexing, labeling, validating quantities, and preparing documentation for audit. Use departmental computer systems and engineering applications as needed.

Support project design by collecting field data, preparing sketches, and calculating quantities. Contribute to overall Construction Office operations and assist with emergency/disaster response activities when required. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Compensation: Below is the starting hourly rate for each level. Construction Inspector 1 - $14.98/hourly Construction Inspector 2 - $17.15/hourly Construction Inspector 3 - $19.63/hourly Construction Inspector 4 - $22.47/hourly Additional $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. * Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM #59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Travis Voss Engineer Intern 2 318-872-4578 The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.