Construction Inspector I or II

Construction Inspector I or II (2503179)

Position Information:
If you have construction and inspection experience and are looking to build your skills, gain construction/engineering experience, and grow your career, then TxDOT’s Fort Worth District is the place for you. This position reports to the South Tarrant County Area Office located in Fort Worth, TX.

Physical work location: 2540 Edgecliff Road, Fort Worth, TX 76133

This posting is for one (1) Construction Inspector I or II position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on experience, skill level, and business needs.

Minimum Salary

45,521.00

Maximum Salary

76,028.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations

South Tarrant Co Ae/Mnt Sect 2540 Edgecliff Road Fort Worth 76133

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift

Day

Location Flexibility

Onsite

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work.
• Work requires contact with contractors and may perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites.
• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects and ensures material tests are performed and meet required standards.
• Ensures 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; moves traffic control devices and barricades as required.
• 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.

Additional Duties for Construction Inspector II

• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

Minimum Qualifications Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience

Construction Inspector I: No experience required. 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.

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.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Move up to 50 pounds (See essential duties for example of items to be moved.)
• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision

Additional Competencies for Construction Inspector II

• Shows initiative and action…