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Construction Inspector

Job in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, 71270, USA
Listing for: Louisiana
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Construction Labor / Trades
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Construction Inspector 1-4

DISTRICT 05 - UNIT 235– Monroe– LINCOLN PARISH

About this Job

This position is responsible for assisting professional engineer and/or higher level technicians in the performance of construction inspection work. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

The job duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

  • Inspect construction work to ensure compliance with departmental policies, standards, specifications, and project plans.
  • Complete and process construction documentation such as field diaries, reports, and estimates.
  • Enter, review, and maintain construction project data in departmental systems (e.g., MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager).
  • Apply DOTD engineering policies and procedures while working in the Project Engineer’s office and at construction sites.
  • Serve as the primary construction inspector in assigned areas of specialization or certification.
  • Determine material sampling requirements and verify materials, haul quantities, and survey elevations and alignments.
  • Complete required training and support efficient project operations, including assisting other staff as needed.
Position Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:45 am - 4:15 pm, Monday-Friday.

Career Progression: This job may be filled as a Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Compensation: Below is the starting biweekly rate for each level. Additionally, this position is eligible for premium pay of $2.00/hour for every hour worked:

  • Construction Inspector 1 - Starting salary is $1198.40/bi-weekly
  • Construction Inspector 2 - Starting salary is $1372.00/bi-weekly
  • Construction Inspector 3 - Starting salary is $1570.40/bi-weekly
  • Construction Inspector 4 - Starting salary is $1797.60/bi-weekly
How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

DOTD EMPLOYEES:
Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

Contact Information

For more job specific information, please contact:

Matthew Jantz

Mathew.jantz

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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