Material/Process Inspector III or IV at Texas Department of Transportation

Humble, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Inspection, Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Equipment Calibration, Problem Analysis, Report Preparation, Team Coordination, Communication, Mathematical Calculations, Safety Practices, Nuclear Gauge Operation, Construction Materials Knowledge, Technical Training, Process Improvement, Inspection Methods, Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Material/Process Inspector III Performs complex material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and at points of supply. 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. Material/Process Inspector IV Performs advanced material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and at points of supply. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Trains others and may serve as a Lead Worker. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product. Essential Duties: Material/Process Inspector III Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors, material producers and suppliers and field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems. Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management. Maintains a diary of inspection or test details. Maintains and calibrates equipment. Observes tests and inspections and reviews reports from other inspectors; performs quality assurance for tests and inspections. Performs tests and inspection duties. Prepares and maintains inspection or test reports and issues material reports. Reviews plans and material specifications for changes in material requirements. Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Material/Process Inspector IV Includes all essential duties listed for Material/Process Inspector III as well as: May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage. Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs, meet with supervisors and managers to resolve problems and perform unannounced inspection of operations. Plans, coordinates, assigns, monitors and reviews the work of technical employees. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Material/Process Inspector III Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: 2 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time 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. ACI Cncrt Fld Test Tech-Grd I* HMA Plant Spec-IA* HMA Roadway Spec-IB* HMA Mix Design Spec-II* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB202* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 102* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 201* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 103* ACI Cncrt Strength Test Tech* ACI Cncrt Lab Test Tech- Lvl I* ACI Cncrt Lab Test Tech-Lvl II* Aggregate Prop Spec Agg101* PG/AC Specialist Binder 101* Emulsion Specialist Binder 102* Cutback Specialist Binder 103* *Must have or obtain the required licenses or certifications listed above within twelve (12) months of date of hire. Material/Process Inspector IV Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: 3 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time 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. ACI Cncrt Fld Test Tech-Grd I* HMA Plant Spec-IA* HMA Roadway Spec-IB* HMA Mix Design Spec-II* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB202* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 102* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 201* Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 103* ACI Cncrt Strength Test Tech* ACI Cncrt Lab Test Tech- Lvl I* ACI Cncrt Lab Test Tech-Lvl II* Aggregate Prop Spec Agg101* PG/AC Specialist Binder 101* Emulsion Specialist Binder 102* Cutback Specialist Binder 103* *Must have or obtain the required licenses or certifications listed above within twelve (12) months of date of hire. Competencies: Material/Process Inspector III Considerable knowledge of: Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies Nuclear gauge operation Some knowledge of: Radiation Safety Program and practices Expert skill in: Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry Calibrating equipment Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment Proficient skill in: Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Material/Process Inspector IV Includes all competencies listed for Material/Process Inspector III as well as: Extensive knowledge of: Materials design, specifications and applications Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques Nuclear gauge operation Soil types Proficient skill in: Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Material/Process Inspector III and IV Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to noise Subject to vibration Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. 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.

Responsibilities

The Material/Process Inspector is responsible for performing complex material tests and inspections, coordinating results with various stakeholders, and maintaining inspection reports. They also analyze procedures for deficiencies and recommend improvements.