Texas Department of Transportation

Material/Process Inspector IV or V; Pharr District Lab - (2501764)

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?

TxDOT's Pharr District Lab located in Pharr, TX is seeking a Material Lab Testing Inspector IV or V, to join us in the material testing and manufacturing process inspections in the lab, plants and/or at points of supply. In this position, you will assist with the day to day testing of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance projects. Depending on skill level, this employee may serve as a lead worker and will oversee lab operations and monitor materials testing requirements results for compliance with specifications.

With a teamwork of over 13,000 employees statewide, TxDOT offers exciting career opportunities. If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

Salary Range:

Material/Process Inspector IV (B21): $69,600 - $87,046/annually

$5,800 - $7,253.83/monthly

Material/Process Inspector V (B22): $73,200 - $93,138/annually

$6,100 - $7,761.5/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

: 69,600.00

Maximum Salary

: 93,138.00

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 - Fri; 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 IV

Performs advanced 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. Trains others and may serve as lead worker. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Material/Process Inspector V

Performs advanced 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. Mentors and trains others. May serve as Lead Worker. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for Material/Process Inspector IV are:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Assists in overseeing district laboratory operations and monitoring material testing requirements and results for compliance with specifications.
• Conducts safety and/or employee forum meetings.
• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors, material producers and suppliers and field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
• Observes tests and inspections and reviews reports from other inspectors; performs quality assurance for tests and inspections.
• Trains and assists other inspectors and private sector employees and provides project specification information.
• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.
• Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs, meet with supervisors and managers to resolve problems and perform unannounced inspection of operations.
• Handles problem calls from producers, plant inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

The essential duties for Material/Process Inspector V are:

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.
• Assists in overseeing district laboratory operations and monitoring material testing requirements and results for compliance with specifications.
• Conducts safety and/or employee forum meetings.
• Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment.
• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Orders equipment and supplies.
• Performs tests and inspection duties.
• Trains and assists other inspectors and private sector employees and provides project specification information.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Material/Process Inspector IV or V: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Material/Process Inspector IV: 3 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related activities.

Material/Process Inspector V: 4 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related activities.

(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 102
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 201
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 103

Competencies:

Material/Process Inspector IV

• Materials design, specifications and applications
• 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
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Nuclear gauge operation
• Calibrating equipment
• Scheduling work assignments
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Material/Process Inspector V

• Materials design, specifications and applications
• 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
• Aggregates and asphalt
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Calibrating equipment
• Scheduling work assignments
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Material/Process Inspector IV or V

• 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
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• 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, 12:56:58 AM

Unposting Date

: Jul 17, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist IV/Engineering Specialist IV State Job Code/s: 2130/2131

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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