Construction Inspector I or II - Graham Area Office

The Wichita Falls District is looking for a dedicated Construction Inspector I or II in the Graham Area Office to join our team! If you have an eye for detail and a passion for progress, submit your application now!

*The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the job level based on business needs and the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors.

The Wichita Falls District is looking for a dedicated Construction Inspector I or II in the Graham Area Office to join our team! If you have an eye for detail and a passion for progress, submit your application now!

*The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the job level based on business needs and the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors.

Graham Area Engr/Maint Section (03YOUNGCO)
848 US 380 WEST
Graham, 76450

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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.

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I and II

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.

• 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; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.

• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.

• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.

• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.

• Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.

• Prepares monthly and final estimates.

• Drives to geographically separated project sites to monitor program status; perform unannounced inspection of operations, and problem resolution.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

  Additional duties for Construction Inspector II

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.

• Prepares and reviews correspondence.

• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.

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.

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I and II

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.

• 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; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.

• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.

• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.

• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.

• Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.

• Prepares monthly and final estimates.

• Drives to geographically separated project sites to monitor program status; perform unannounced inspection of operations, and problem resolution.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

  Additional duties for Construction Inspector II

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.

• Prepares and reviews correspondence.

• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

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). 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.

Competencies:

Competencies for Construction Inspector I and II include:

Considerable knowledge of

• Basic roadway design.
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.
• Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Basic traffic management and control procedures.
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes.

Some knowledge of

• Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
• Interpreting applicable information.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.

Some skill in

• Scheduling work assignments.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.

Other Attributes

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.

Additional competences for Construction Inspector II include:

Extensive knowledge of

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures.
• Basic traffic management and control procedures.

Considerable knowledge of

• Basic roadway design.

Proficient skill in

• Application of engineering fundamentals.
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data.

Some skill in

• Instructing others.

Ability to

• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
• 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.
• Subject to vibration.
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation.
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.