Material/Process Inspector I

Do you enjoy playing in the dirt? Would you like using lab equipment which includes getting to smash concrete samples? TxDOT’s Dallas County Area Office is looking for a Material/Process Inspector I located in the Dallas County Area Office. With more than $1.8B worth of active construction projects and more than $40M annual maintenance budget, we are looking for someone who is ready to help with our testing needs for our construction and maintenance projects. If this sounds like you, apply today!

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)
 

Material/Process Inspector I: Performs material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

The essential duties for a Material/Process Inspector I:

• Conducts nuclear density tests on subgrade, base and asphaltic concrete pavement.
• Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
• Investigates compaction problems associated with hot mix asphaltic concrete.
• Keeps equipment mileage and service records and schedules equipment repairs.
• Maintains a diary of inspection or test details.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment.
• Maintains field record books for each construction project within assigned area office.
• Performs tests and inspection duties.
• Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
• Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
• Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for
  testing.
• Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of
  programs

• Works full-time at a geographically separated location.

   

Minimum Qualifications:

Education - Material/Process Inspector I: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience:

Material/Process Inspector I:

None

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have or obtain certification in one of the listed HMA certifications within 12 months of date of hire: 
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  • Hot Mix Asphalt Spec-IA Cert
  • Hot Mix Asphalt Spec-IB Cert
  • Hot Mix Asphalt Spec-II Cer

    
Competencies:

Material/Process Inspector I:

• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and
  clarity of information
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that
  support business objectives and goals
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies
• Nuclear gauge operation
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
• Conducting laboratory tests
• Calibrating equipment
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time

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.

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.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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