Construction Inspector III-IV Kerrville Area Office

Job Description

Position Information

Located in the heart of the scenic Texas Hill Country, this position offers the opportunity to work outdoors and gain hands‑on experience with a variety of transportation construction projects. You'll work alongside engineers, contractors, utility companies, and local stakeholders to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards. Outside of work, you'll enjoy all that the Hill Country has to offer, including beautiful rivers, parks, hiking trails, and the charm of its local communities.

As a Construction Inspector III-IV, you will inspect, monitor, and document construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, TxDOT standards, and contract requirements. You'll play an important role in overseeing daily construction operations, performing quality assurance activities, coordinating with project teams, and helping deliver quality infrastructure that serves the traveling public.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and effective communication skills. If you enjoy working in a hands‑on environment, solving problems, and seeing the results of your work firsthand, this is an opportunity to grow your career while making a lasting difference. We offer ongoing training and professional development, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to transportation projects that make a real impact throughout the Texas Hill Country and across Texas.

Annual Salary Ranges

Construction Inspector III (B20): $51,158- $81,351

Construction Inspector IV (B21): $54,278- $87,046

This position is for a Construction Inspector III or IV. 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.

Minimum Salary

51,158.00

Maximum Salary

87,046.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt

Work Locations

Kerrville Area/Maint Office 1832 N SIDNEY BAKER Kerrville 78028

Other Locations

UST-Texas-San Antonio

Travel

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

Benefits and Perks

• 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)

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