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The San Benito Area Office in the Pharr District is looking for a Construction Inspector I or II. We’re seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join our team based in San Benito, Texas. As part of our construction group, you’ll work daily on a wide range of projects that support TxDOT’s mission to keep Texas moving. This includes inspecting construction activities related to highways, roadway improvements, traffic systems, safety features, and other critical infrastructure throughout the District.

This role is perfect for someone with a strong sense of teamwork and a willingness to learn, we will provide full training on all aspects of the job. TxDOT offers professional challenges, hands-on experience, excellent training programs, and real opportunities for growth and advancement.

If you’re detail-oriented, safety-focused, and passionate about contributing to the future of Texas transportation, this is more than a job, it’s your chance to make a lasting impact. Don’t miss your opportunity to join a team that’s building something big. Come be part of our team, apply today!

Salary Range:

Construction Inspector I (B18): $60,000 - $71,055/annually
$5,000 - $5,921.25/monthly

Construction Inspector II (B19): $62,400 - $76,028/annually
$5,200 - $6,335.66/monthly

Important: 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.

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)

Construction Inspector I or II
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
The essential duties for Construction Inspector I or II include:

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Ensures 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.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector II include:

• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

Education:

Construction Inspector I or II: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: No experience required.

Construction Inspector II: *1 YEAR construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.

• (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.

Competencies:
Construction Inspector I

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision

Construction Inspector II

• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• 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
Construction Inspector I or II:

• 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 hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• 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
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• 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
• Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• 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
• 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

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the standard conditions of employment: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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.

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.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

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.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants