Texas Department of Transportation

Material/Process Inspector III -Flexible Pavements MTD - (2501665)

Position Information

TxDOT's Materials and Tests Division is looking for a Material/Process Inspector III located in our Flexible Pavements Section at our Stassney Campus. TxDOT has a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!

Check out our Stassney campus!

Minimum Salary

: 51,158.00

Maximum Salary

: 81,351.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

:

Stassney Hq - Main

6230 East Stassney Lane

Austin 78744

Other Locations

: UST-Texas-Austin

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 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

Performs complex material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. 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:

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors, material procedures and supplies and field construction personnel. and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
• Orders equipment and supplies.
• Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors
• Maintains and calibrates equipment
• Performs tests and inspection duties
• Reviews plans and material specifications for changes in material requirements
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience: 2 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related work. (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.
• HMA Plant Spec-IA

Preferred Qualifications:

• HMA Roadway Spec-IB
• HMA Mix Design Spec-II

Competencies:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes

Some knowledge of:

• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
• Calibrating equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Safety using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment

Proficient skill in:

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with 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
• 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
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Hearing -perceive sound at a 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.

Job

: Laboratory/Materials

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jun 16, 2025, 1:02:31 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist III State Job Code/s: 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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