Construction Inspector

About This Job

District 08‑UNIT 218, Alexandria, LA (Natchitoches Construction Office)

08/123120/CI1-4/01.13.26-JC

Rapides Parish

The overall function of this position is to plan, collect and review information needed for the inspection of roadway, bridge, and drainage projects. The incumbent must be self‑motivated, able to perform duties with minimal supervision and interpret unforeseen conditions as they arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

• 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.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

• Assist in the sampling and testing of construction materials for use on DOTD construction projects to ensure compliance with DOTD policies, procedures, and specifications.
• Attend required training classes and receive on‑the‑job training in performing materials sampling and/or testing. Complete all training for Materials Testing Specialty areas as required by the position.
• Maintain an accurate and thorough inventory of all materials sampled. Enter test data into an appropriate computer database and retrieve information and/or procure reports as necessary.
• Maintain all testing equipment, which may include cleaning, routine calibration, maintenance and certification of sampling and testing equipment.
• May be required to participate in emergency/disaster activities.

• Skilled use of programs/software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Reader, Site Manager, Content Manager, and LaGov.
• Pass drug screening.

Probationary/Promotional

This position may be filled as Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

Monday‑Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

• No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• To apply, 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.

Jacob Luttgeharm
Construction Inspector Supervisor
318‑357‑3158

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.