Job details
Salary $42,244 - $78,953 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Job id 121541
Location
Wichita falls
Open date 09/07/2021 close date open until filled full/part time full-time regular/temporary regular salary plan/grade b-19; b-21 description $42244.00 – $78953.00 yearly overnight travel up to 75% of the time
Position information
Txdot`s support services division is looking for a building inspector i or ii.
We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewideIf you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk!
At txdot we value employee work-life-balanceIn keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include telework, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefitsFor a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: total compensation
Salary plan/grade: b19; b21
38 - support services division (ssd)
Work location: virtual (various statewide)
Travel - up to 75%
Military occup specialty code
State classification code: 1325; 1326 state classification title: inspector vi; inspector vii occupational category: inspectors and investigators txdot is committed to hiring veteransTo 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.sArmed forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicableThe mos codes are grouped by occupational categoryTo view the mos codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational categoryHttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/compensationsystem/jobdescriptions
General description
Responsible for the statewide oversight of inspection activities for building and facilities construction projectsActs as field representative for facilities management regarding progress and problem resolutionProvides technical assistance in support of implementation, oversight and review of activitiesCoordinates with licensed professional architect or engineer, who has full authority for final approval of project workReports to the facilities project development mangerWork requires travelWork requires contact with other governmental agencies and private entities, including contractorsEmployees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Duties
The essential duties for this job include:
Building inspector i (k098)
Operates txdot vehicle in conducting inspections of contract building facilities and related structures in accordance with codes, plans and specifications.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications as related to code compliance issues.
Consults with project architects/engineers and contractor`s superintendents on work progress, construction issues and matters related to inspection compliance as needed.
Assist project architects in the review of shop drawings, monthly pay estimates, contract`s proposals, requests for information, architectural instructions and change orders.
Verifies adequate levels of resources are assigned to projects; ensures contractor is performing according to the project requirements.
Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; prepares reports.
Attends monthly construction meetings and participates in discussion of project and coordinates activities.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Building inspector ii (k099)
Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
Operates txdot vehicle in conducting inspections of contract building facilities and related structures in accordance with codes, plans and specifications.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications as related to code compliance issues.
Consults with project architects/engineers and contractor`s superintendents on work progress, construction issues and matters related to inspection compliance as needed.
Assist project architects in the review of shop drawings, monthly pay estimates, contract`s proposals, requests for information, architectural instructions and change orders.
Verifies adequate levels of resources are assigned to projects; ensures contractor is performing according to the project requirements.
Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; prepares reports.
Attends monthly construction meetings and participates in discussion of project and coordinates activities.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Physical requirements
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
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
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia
Works in narrow aisles or passageways
Sedentary work: lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Light work: lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
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
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
Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
Competencies
The required competencies for this job include:
Communicate effectively
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Electrical inspection standards, codes and procedures
Project scheduling and coordination activities
Basic building construction principles
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and building codes
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Preparing and maintaining records, files and reports
Interpreting applicable information
The use of personal computers and applicable programs, applications and systems
Education
This job requires the following:
High school grad or equivalent in general high school studies
Work experience
This job requires the following:
Building inspector i (k098)
7 years in building and facilities inspections; other closely related code compliance inspection activities.
(experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent)
No supervisory experience required.
Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on year per year basis.
Building inspector ii (k099)
9 years in building and facilities inspections; other closely related code compliance inspection activities.
(experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent)
No supervisory experience required.
Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on year per year basis.
Licenses and certifications
The following licenses and/or certifications are required for this job:
Safety impact certificate
Other conditions:
This is a safety impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Conditions of employment
Conditions for this position: standards of employment
Remarks
You must complete the online state of texas application to include work experience, education and all information necessaryYour online application and additional information on your resume, if provided, will be reviewed to determine if you meet minimum requirements for the position.
Applicant information
The texas department of transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
Applicant information
Note: all job postings will expire at 11:59 pm central standard time (cst) on the posting close date.
