Material/Process Inspector I or II; Pharr District Lab - (2501760)
Position Information
Are you interested in a career working in materials testing in a laboratory setting? Would you enjoy evaluating roadway material, inspecting manufacturing processes and contributing to the process of building and maintaining state highways?
The TxDOT's Pharr District is hiring a Construction Materials Lab Testing Inspector I or II to join our Asphalt Lab Team based in Pharr, TX!
In this role, you’ll help ensure the safety and quality of our state highways by testing materials such as flexible pavement, concrete and Hot Mix Asphalt. Your work will ensure compliance with the standards outlined in the TxDOT's Standard Specifications, directly supporting the durability and performance of our transportation infrastructure.
If you're ready to be part of a service-driven, high-performing team committed to excellence and dedicated to serving the great State of Texas, we encourage you to apply today!
Salary Range:
Material/Process Inspector I (B18): $60,000 - $71,055/annually
$5,000 - $5,921.25/monthly
Material/Process Inspector II (B19): $62,400 - $76,028/annually
$5,200 - $6,335.66/monthly
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
: 60,000.00
Maximum Salary
: 76,028.00
Pay Basis
: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations
:
Pharr District
600 W US 83 EXPRESSWAY
Pharr 78577
Travel
: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Mon - Friday: 8am -5pm 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
Material/Process Inspector I and II
Performs material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential Duties:
The essential duties for Material/Process Inspector I are:
- Conducts nuclear density tests on subgrade, base and asphaltic concrete pavement.
- Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
- Investigates compaction problems associated with hot mix asphaltic concrete.
- Maintains and calibrates equipment.
- Maintains field record books for each construction project within assigned area office.
- Performs tests and inspection duties.
- Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
- Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing.
- Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
The essential duties for Material/Process Inspector II are:
- Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
- Prepares and maintains inspection or test reports and issues material reports.
- Reviews plans and material specifications for changes in material requirements.
- Maintains and calibrates equipment.
- Performs tests and inspection duties.
- Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
- Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
- Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing.
- Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Material/Process Inspector I or II: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience:
Material/Process Inspector I: No experience required
Materia/Process Inspector II: *1 YEAR 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 US driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- HMA Roadway Spec-IB
- Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101
- Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 103
Competencies:
Material/Process Inspector I
- Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
- Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Material/Process Inspector II
- Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
- Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
- Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies
- Nuclear gauge operation
- Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
- Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
- Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
- Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
- Conducting laboratory tests
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Material/Process Inspector I and II
- Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
- 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.
- Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
- Standing-prolonged periods of time
- Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
- Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
- Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
- Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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
: Jul 2, 2025, 1:12:41 AM
Unposting Date
: Jul 17, 2025, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist I/Engineering Specialist II State Job Code/s: 2127/2128
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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