Texas Department of Transportation
Construction Inspector I or II
Texas Department of Transportation, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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 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 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
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Balancing, walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Standing - prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Job Details
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jan 8, 2026
Unposting Date: Jan 16, 2026
State Job Title: Engineering Specialist I or II
State Job Code: 2127/2128
Military Occupational Specialty TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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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 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 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
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Balancing, walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Standing - prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Job Details
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jan 8, 2026
Unposting Date: Jan 16, 2026
State Job Title: Engineering Specialist I or II
State Job Code: 2127/2128
Military Occupational Specialty TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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