Inspector Construction

Title: Inspector Construction

State Role Title: Engineering Technician II

Hiring Range: $50,256-$81,666

Pay Band: 3

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Ashland Residency

Agency Website: https://virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are looking for construction workers to drive, improve and maintain infrastructure for the Virginia Department of Transportation.

VDOT’s Richmond District Construction Program is seeking a Construction Inspector to monitor and inspect roadway, structure, and bridge construction projects of routine to moderate complexity. Responsibilities include inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the general supervision of senior or supervisory staff, ensuring construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public. Opportunities are available in our Northern (Hanover, Goochland, New Kent, Charles City, Henrico and City of Richmond), Southern (Petersburg and South Hill) Region and in our Richmond District Location in Colonial Heights.

"In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your resume."

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded short and long term disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of mathematics to include, algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Valid Driver’s license
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, inspection methods and materials testing.
• Safety shoes required.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, project management or materials inspection.
• Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare reports and maintain project files.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and general public.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards and terminology.
• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor adjustments to construction plans.
• A combination of training, experience, or education in engineering, drafting or related field.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety, environmental and equal employment opportunity guidelines, and regulations as they relate to transportation construction projects.
• Possession of current certifications and completion of fall protection and confined spaces training desired.
• Experience in highway and bridge construction inspection with a DOT or consultant inspection firm.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, project management or materials inspection.
• A combination of training, experience or education in Engineering, drafting, or related field desired.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp.

“VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.”

Contact Information

Name: Maureen Paciello

Phone: 804-801-4227

Email: maureen.paciello@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.