Texas Department of Transportation
Construction Inspector I or II - Kerrville Area Office
Texas Department of Transportation, Kerrville, Texas, United States, 78028
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 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 material 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
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
Prepares monthly and final estimates.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Ensures fabricators build and repair bridges and related non-bridge highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector II (In addition to the above)
Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
Prepares monthly and final estimates.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
Minimum Qualifications All Levels
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience
Construction Inspector I: NONE
Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in 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.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Basic traffic management and control procedures
Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations
Application of engineering fundamentals
Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
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 inside and outside environmental conditions
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 skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Conditions of Employment Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
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Essential Duties Construction Inspector I
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
Prepares monthly and final estimates.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Ensures fabricators build and repair bridges and related non-bridge highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector II (In addition to the above)
Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
Prepares monthly and final estimates.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
Minimum Qualifications All Levels
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience
Construction Inspector I: NONE
Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in 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.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Basic traffic management and control procedures
Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations
Application of engineering fundamentals
Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
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 inside and outside environmental conditions
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 skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Conditions of Employment Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
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