Construction Inspector I or II - Lufkin Area Office

Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II - Lufkin Area Office (2500994)

Position Information

Do you like variety in your job duties? Do you enjoy working with internal and external customers? We're looking for someone that enjoys learning and working independently but is a great team player. The Lufkin Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector I or II that will give you that variety, because construction involves a little bit of everything. You will also be able to work with great people and make a difference.

Come be a part of our team!

Salary range for each position level:

Position Title: Salary Grade/Range

Construction Inspector I: B18 - $45,521 - $71,105/year
Construction Inspector II: B19 - $48,244 - $76,028/year

This position is for one Construction Inspector I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

45,521.00

76,028.00

Yearly

Nonexempt

Lufkin District Headquarters 1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE Lufkin 75901

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Day Job

40

Onsite

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)

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 I

• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Drives to ensure 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.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Construction Inspector II
The essential duties for this job include those listed above and the following:

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access…