Texas Department of Transportation
Maintenance Inspector I/II (GET I/II)
Texas Department of Transportation, Cleburne, Texas, United States, 76031
Position Information
Do you have experience in inspection? Are you interested in multiple opportunities to build your skills learning on smaller projects then putting the skills to work on larger projects? Do you like working outside in a hands-on position inspecting locations of work? Are you a self-starter that takes pride in your work? Are you detail oriented? Do you have excellent communication skills? If this sounds like you, come learn and grow with TxDOT!
TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Maintenance Inspector I based in Keene, TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available your family and retirement benefits. Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority.
http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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
Performs and coordinates advanced transportation engineering operations or maintenance support work such as construction and/or complex maintenance contract inspection; light and heavy equipment operation; roadway maintenance; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. May serve as a lead worker. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Essential Duties:
A Day in the life of a Maintenance Inspector I may include:
On-site inspection/observationCommunication with contractorsDaily activity reportsThe ability to ensure quality work is being performedMay include night workOther duties as assignedInspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards.Inspects complex maintenance and construction-related work to include hot mix overlay to ensure compliance with safety, laws and regulations, contract specifications and departmental procedures.Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.Inspects traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices, safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.Monitors bridge inspection consultant activities and assists with coding as needed.Operates light and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment; performs roadway maintenance.Performs detail design and quantity checks for plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E).Reviews and assists in the development of traffic control plans, coordinates with law enforcement agencies, monitors lane closures at construction sites, documents changes in the traffic control setup and coordinates with the Public Information Officer.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Maintenance Inspector II may include
Larger contractsHigher cost contractsWorking with contract specialist to ensure accurate paymentsOversees complex maintenance and spot improvement contracts and total maintenance, performance based, and bundled bid contracts.Serves as project leader responsible for construction inspection activities for large and complex construction projects or for multiple district construction projects.Conducts tests of highway construction materials, makes calculations, and records results.Inspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards.Inspects complex maintenance and construction-related work to include hot mix overlay to ensure compliance with safety, laws and regulations, contract specifications and departmental procedures.Inspects construction and routine and non-routine contract maintenance methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Inspects traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices, safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.Operates light and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment; performs roadway maintenance.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Maintenance Inspector I
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience : 4 years in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent).
Maintenance Inspector II
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience : 6 years in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime 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.Class A CDL with "N" endorsement within 120 days of application.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.
Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.Required to work weekends and holidays.Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to see if he or she can report to work for emergency conditions within 1 hour. [May Call Status]
Do you have experience in inspection? Are you interested in multiple opportunities to build your skills learning on smaller projects then putting the skills to work on larger projects? Do you like working outside in a hands-on position inspecting locations of work? Are you a self-starter that takes pride in your work? Are you detail oriented? Do you have excellent communication skills? If this sounds like you, come learn and grow with TxDOT!
TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Maintenance Inspector I based in Keene, TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available your family and retirement benefits. Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority.
http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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
Performs and coordinates advanced transportation engineering operations or maintenance support work such as construction and/or complex maintenance contract inspection; light and heavy equipment operation; roadway maintenance; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. May serve as a lead worker. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Essential Duties:
A Day in the life of a Maintenance Inspector I may include:
On-site inspection/observationCommunication with contractorsDaily activity reportsThe ability to ensure quality work is being performedMay include night workOther duties as assignedInspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards.Inspects complex maintenance and construction-related work to include hot mix overlay to ensure compliance with safety, laws and regulations, contract specifications and departmental procedures.Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.Inspects traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices, safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.Monitors bridge inspection consultant activities and assists with coding as needed.Operates light and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment; performs roadway maintenance.Performs detail design and quantity checks for plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E).Reviews and assists in the development of traffic control plans, coordinates with law enforcement agencies, monitors lane closures at construction sites, documents changes in the traffic control setup and coordinates with the Public Information Officer.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Maintenance Inspector II may include
Larger contractsHigher cost contractsWorking with contract specialist to ensure accurate paymentsOversees complex maintenance and spot improvement contracts and total maintenance, performance based, and bundled bid contracts.Serves as project leader responsible for construction inspection activities for large and complex construction projects or for multiple district construction projects.Conducts tests of highway construction materials, makes calculations, and records results.Inspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards.Inspects complex maintenance and construction-related work to include hot mix overlay to ensure compliance with safety, laws and regulations, contract specifications and departmental procedures.Inspects construction and routine and non-routine contract maintenance methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Inspects traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices, safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.Operates light and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment; performs roadway maintenance.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Maintenance Inspector I
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience : 4 years in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent).
Maintenance Inspector II
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience : 6 years in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime 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.Class A CDL with "N" endorsement within 120 days of application.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.
Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.Required to work weekends and holidays.Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to see if he or she can report to work for emergency conditions within 1 hour. [May Call Status]