Building Inspector I

The TxDOT Support Services Division is seeking a highly motivated individual for a Building Inspector position. In this role, the individual is responsible for the scheduled inspections of building projects. The daily tasks include performing and reporting of trade inspections. Our department currently has 30 new building projects underway in design or construction, 30 new construction projects, 67 deferred maintenance / renovation projects in progress equaling to a total amount of $395M. TxDOT offers a complete benefits package to their employees, promotes a work life balance, and holds the safety of their employees at a very high standard. 

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance.  In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. 

Work Location: Austin or San Antonio
 

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)

Responsible for the Statewide oversight of inspection activities for Building and facilities construction projects. Acts as field representative for facilities management regarding progress and problem resolution. Provides technical assistance in support of implementation, oversight, and review of activities. Collaborates with Construction Project Manager. Reports to the Statewide Facilities Management Supervisor. Work requires extensive travel. Work requires contact with other governmental agencies and private entities, including contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Observes and inspects ongoing building construction work.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Inspects to ensure contractor builds facilities and related structures in accordance with codes, plans and specifications.
• Performs inspections and enters field report data into construction software.
• Attends monthly construction meetings and participates in discussion of project and coordinates activities.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Distributes inspection reports to all necessary parties.
• Monitors contractor's operations to ensure compliance with contract terms and specifications.
• Attends pre-construction and project progress meetings.
• Ensures contractors perform work in accordance to plans and specifications.
• Communicates directly with Construction Project Manager concerning issues with inspection findings.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience: 3 years of experience in building and facilities inspections, other closely related code compliance inspection activities. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/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.

Competencies:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding people and property from danger, injury or damages
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Electrical inspection standards, codes and procedures
• Project scheduling and coordination activities
• Basic building construction principles
• Building design
• Building and fire codes
• Building code standards and industry guidelines
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and building codes
• Governmental laws, regulations, and applicable codes 
   

Expert skill in:

• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
  
   

Proficient skill in:

• The use of Autodesk BIM 360 and ACC Build construction software
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Interpreting applicable information
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
   

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively
• Read plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time and efficiently
   

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hou
• Subject to noise
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
• 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
• 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
• 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