Construction Project Inspector

About the role

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) seeks candidates for various positions within the Greenfield District. These roles offer a competitive total compensation package, including a pay rate that starts at $24.26 per hour and may be adjusted based on education and experience. Additionally, candidates with a CDL and endorsements will earn an extra $1 per hour, while those without a CDL will receive an extra $1 per hour after 90 days of training.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Operate basic highway maintenance/traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Ensure staff are completing work assignments as directed and report problems to supervisors.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings.
• Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
• Bridge Maintenance Specialist: Provide technical expertise, oversight, and specialized equipment to ensure work is completed and report problems to the Bridge Maintenance Supervisor.
• Operate and maintain basic and intermediate highway maintenance and bridge equipment to maintain, repair, and clean bridges, highways, and right-of-ways.
• Test and inspect construction materials according to quality assurance and specification requirements.
• Plan, design, construct, and rehabilitate state-owned highways and bridges.
• Perform construction inspection, assist the project supervisor/engineer, and ensure construction tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded in a timely manner.
• Perform facility maintenance such as repairing and installing brine making and storage systems.
• Geotechnical Services: Maintain qualifications for the required Soil Test procedures, operate and maintain geotechnical laboratory equipment to perform soil & rock testing, prepare and perform advance testing on soils & rock samples, and calculate and record test results in the INDOT reporting system.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.

Qualifications

• For Construction Positions: Must have a Construction Certification through INDOT.
• For Geotechnical Services: Must pass the Office’s Proficiency Exams, including Classification & Atterberg Proficiency Test, Electrochemical Proficiency Test, Strength & Proctor Proficiency Test, and Resilient Modulus Proficiency Test.
• A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) may be considered, though a degree is not required.

Skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Ability to pass relevant certification programs (Construction, Geotechnical Services).

Benefits

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The pay rate for this position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $24.26 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position. The schedule may vary based on the specific role and project demands.