Texas Department of Transportation

Construction Inspector I-III (Dumas AE) - (2501633)

Position Information

TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Construction Inspector I-III to work in our Dumas Area Engineering Office. If you looking to build a career, with a great group of people, TxDOT's Amarillo District is the place for you!! TxDOT offers competitive pay, great benefits, and work-life balance. In the Amarillo District, we have three core values: Safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

: 48,243.00

Maximum Salary

: 70,000.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

:

Moore Co Maint Sec

1249 N MADDOX AVE

Dumas 79029

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 hours/ week, Monday-Friday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays, and hours other than 8-5 Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

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)

Position Description

Construction Inspector I-II

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.

Construction Inspector III

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. Trains others. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I

• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• 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 as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• 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.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector II include:

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel
• Prepares and reviews correspondence.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Drives/travels to geographically separated fabrication plants/project sites to monitors program status; perform
• unannounced inspection of operations, and problem resolution.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector III include:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Ensures prompt notification and/or repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling public.
• Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review
• activities for plan development by others.
• Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.
• Independently observes and inspects ongoing fabrication processes of structural steel bridge girders, pre-stressed
• concrete bridge girders and other structural components.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Construction Inspector I-III High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: NONE (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Construction Inspector III: 2 years 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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

Construction Inspector I-III Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Construction Inspector I:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures

Additional competencies for Construction Inspector II include:

Extensive knowledge of

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures

Considerable knowledge of

• Basic roadway design
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Proficient skill in

• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Interpreting applicable information
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Additional competencies for Construction Inspector III include:

Proficient skill in

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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 extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• 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
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

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.

Job

: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jun 11, 2025, 4:15:10 PM

Unposting Date

: Jun 27, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist I-III State Job Code/s: 2127/2128/2129

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, 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.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

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 Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

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