Highway Construction Inspector I - Abilene Area Office

Highway Construction Inspector I - Abilene Area Office Texas Department of Transportation - 3.8 Abilene, TX Job Details Full-time $45,521 - $71,055 a year 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Fair Housing regulations Employment & labor law No experience needed Working with high schoolers High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Construction Professional Engineer Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Highway Construction Inspector I - Abilene Area Office - ( 2501752 ) Position Information TxDOT's Abilene District is looking for a Construction Inspector I for the Abilene Area Office. If you are looking to build a career, you have come to the right place! At TxDOT we strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits. Check out a few of our employees' testimonies of why they've chosen TxDOT: Why we choose TxDOT Considering moving to Abilene, TX? Here is a link to Abilene's Chamber of Commerce's Relocating webpage to learn more about this growing little town! Abilene Chamber of Commerce Minimum Salary : 45,521.00 Maximum Salary : 71,055.00 Pay Basis : Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt Work Locations : Abilene Ae/Taylor Maint Sect 1350 N ARNOLD BLVD Abilene 79603 Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 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 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. Essential Duties: Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections. Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management. Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees. Calculates payments due contractors for work completed. Conducts project reviews and inspections with FHA or FAA inspectors and district/division project managers. Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates. Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities. Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards. Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications. Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products. May assist in planning and coordinating office operations. 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. Observes and inspects ongoing construction work. Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports. Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections. Prepares monthly and final estimates. Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others. Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations. Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications. Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience : No experience required. (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 driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have 2 years of experience in construction and/or maintenance inspection, engineering support, materials or process inspection, or related experience. Competencies: Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems Basic roadway design Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements Construction engineering policies and procedures Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques Applicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures Basic traffic management and control procedures The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Application of engineering fundamentals Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry Using surveying tools, equipment and instruments Analyzing and organizing business and technical data Interpreting applicable information Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Move up to 50 pounds (See essential duties for example of items to be moved.) Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise Subject to vibration Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or another device Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs. Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc. Balancing walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without failing. Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s). Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Standing-prolonged periods of time Reaching- extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects Talking expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures 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 : Engineering/Engr Support Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular Job Type : Standard Job Level : Non-Management Job Posting : Jun 26, 2025, 7:35:05 PM Unposting Date : Ongoing State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist I State Job Code/s : 2127 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. 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.