Material​/Process Inspector -III Beaumont District Lab

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Job Description - Material/Process Inspector I-III Beaumont District Lab (2600241)

Material/Process Inspector I-III Beaumont District Lab - (2600241)

TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for a Material/Process Inspector I-III to join our Lab Team. Our lab team is responsible to perform testing of materials utilized in the construction of our state highways (e.g., flexible base, embankment, concrete aggregates) and ensuring that they meet the requirements detailed in TxDOT's Standard Specifications; thus ensuring the quality and longevity of our state's infrastructure.

We are looking for a proactive individual that has the ability to communicate effectively and be able to contact multiple entities in order to inform them of test results and resolve daily issues. If being part of a team that helps serve the Great State of Texas interests you, apply today!

• Performs material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
• Material/Process Inspector I:
  • Conducts nuclear density tests on subgrade, base and asphaltic concrete pavement.
  • Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
  • Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
  • Investigates compaction problems associated with hot mix asphaltic concrete.
  • Maintains and calibrates equipment.
  • Performs tests and inspection duties.
  • Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
  • Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing.
  • Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.
  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Material/Process Inspector II:
  • Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
  • Prepares and maintains inspection or test reports and issues material reports.
  • Reviews plans and material specifications for changes in material requirements.
  • Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
  • Maintains and calibrates equipment.
  • Performs tests and inspection duties.
  • Secures, logs, in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing.
  • Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.
  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Material/Process Inspector III:
  • Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
  • Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors, material producers and suppliers and field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
  • Orders equipment and supplies.
  • Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
  • Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
  • Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
  • Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
  • Observes tests and inspections and reviews reports from other inspectors; performs quality assurance for tests and inspections.
  • Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing.
  • Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Level I:
No experience required (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Level II: 1 year of laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering-related work (experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).

Level III: 2 years of laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering-related work (experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).

Material/Process Inspector I and II:

• 404:
  Mandatory:
  Safety Impact Certificate
• ACI Concrete Field Test Tech-Grade I

HMA Roadway Spec-IB

• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 102

Material/Process Inspector III:

• HMA Roadway Spec-IB
• HMA Mix Design Spec-II
• Cert Solis & Flex Bases SB 202
• Cert Solis & Flex Bases SB 201
• Cert Solis & Flex Bases SB 103

This position requires ability to obtain certain certifications within 12 months of hire.

• 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
• Subject to hazards such as moving vehicles, high places, heat, or chemicals
• Subject…