Construction Inspector

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Job Details Working Title: Construction Inspector Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior OR Transportation Generalist Agency: Transportation Dept Job ID : 76472 Location : Eden Prairie Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 05/04/2024 Closing Date : 05/17/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME Division/Unit : Metro / Eden Prairie Resident Office Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift Days of Work : Monday - Friday Travel Required : No Transportation Generalist Senior Salary Range: $25.15 - $32.52 / hourly; $52,513 - $67,901 / annually Transportation Generalist Salary Range: $23.34 - $29.28 / hourly; $48,733 - $61,136 / annually Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME OR 202 - Service Maintenance Work Area : Eden Prairie Contract Administration FLSA Status : Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary **The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
When you start a career with us, you may be eligible for a hiring bonus of $5,000! Current MnDOT employees who refer a hired candidate may be eligible for a referral bonus of $1000!
Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to: Assists the Chief Inspector on a significant portion of complex projects by completing complex inspection activities to ensure successful completion of projects. Serves as the Chief Inspector on less complex construction projects to ensure successful completion of projects. Performs and/or directs frequent/routine field testing of construction materials (for example. grading and base, bituminous, and concrete), analyzes test results, and verifies material quality and determines if construction materials meet MnDOT specifications. Performs construction inspections and verifies the dimensions and tolerances of constructed roadway features to ensure conformance to plans and specifications. Performs required complex inspection activities of grading and base or bridge projects, and bituminous and concrete paving operations to ensure successful completion of projects. Reports known deficiencies to Chief Inspector and verifies corrections of known deficiencies to ensure the project complies with project documents. Performs routine documentation to record location, quantity and quality of contract work and also completes required reports and administrative documentation (such as pay items, force account summaries, test reports, usage reports, etc.) within MnDOT requirements from letting to finalization to ensure records of work and materials used are accurate and timely. Applies enforcement procedures to the contract for less complex construction projects or recommends the application of enforcement procedures to the Chief Inspector when working on the most complex projects to ensure successful completion of projects. Monitors contractor and traffic control safety practices, ensures personal safety is protected, and ensures the project is completed using applicable safety practices, rules and programs. Provides work direction to assistant inspectors and/or student workers in gaining required technical skills through MnDOT's technical certification program. Measures, computes, documents and enters pay items into AASHTOWARE and determines amount of payment to contractor. Interprets plans and specifications to ensure contractor compliance. Assists with final reviews on construction projects to ensure contractors have the appropriate certification. Function: Snow & Ice :
Maintains roadways for snow and ice control: removes snow from roadways and shoulders; opens and widens roadways of large accumulations of snow; removes snow from rights of way or yards; applies anti-icing and de-icing chemicals on stretches of highway under slippery conditions; removes frozen ice and material from culverts; and performs night or dawn patrols NOTE: Incumbents will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. New employees must pass a pre-placement drug test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines (MDMA, MDA and MDEA) and acetylmorphine (6-AM). The incumbent is required to be immediately accessible to a phone and be able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST SENIOR level can be achieved with: Two years of experience performing contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction) activities or related activities. AND Aggregate Production Tester (formerly Aggregate Production), Grading and Base Tester (formerly Grading and Base 1), Concrete Field Tester (formerly Concrete Field 1) and Bituminous Street Inspector Certifications. Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records. Note to applicants: A combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas: bridge maintenance, bridge safety inspection, contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction), design, hydraulics, materials, soils, permits planning, predesign, right of way, road surface/roadside maintenance, signs, surveys, snow/ice, and/or traffic engineering).
OR A two-year Civil Technology Degree or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience performing contract administration (roadway/and/or bridge construction) activities. In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts. Exam Part 1 Licenses: A valid Class D Driver's License with no major traffic convictions in the past 5 years AND the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver - Class B license with no air brake restrictions and tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire (training will be provided). Exam Part 2: Receipt of a passing score of Level 5 or higher on the math portion of the computerized test and Level 5 or higher on the computerized reading test. [The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.] Applicants meeting Exam Part 1 will be contacted to test and may select a test site based on their geographic availability. IF POSITIONS ARE NOT FILLED AT TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST SENIOR LEVEL, THEY MAY BE FILLED AT THE TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST LEVEL BY UTILIZING THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. The level of experience to perform this job at the TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST level can be achieved with: Exam Part 1 (Licensure): A valid Class D Driver's License with no major traffic convictions in the past 5 years AND the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver - Class B license with no air brake restrictions and tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire (training will be provided). Exam Part 1 (Experience): A combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas: contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction), bridge maintenance, bridge safety inspection, design, hydraulics, materials, soils, permits, planning, pre-design, right of way, road surface/roadside maintenance, snow/ice, surveys, and/or traffic engineering. Credit will also be awarded for professional residential or commercial building construction. OR A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts). AND Certification or ability to be certified within 12 months of hire in Aggregate Production Tester (formerly Aggregate Production), Grading and Base Tester (formerly Grading and Base 1) and Concrete Field Tester (formerly Concrete Field 1). Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records. Exam Part 2: Receipt of a passing score of Level 5 or higher on the math portion of the computerized test and Level 5 or higher on the computerized reading test. [The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.] Applicants meeting Exam Part 1 will be contacted to test and may select a test site based on their geographic availability. Preferred Qualifications Previous MnDOT experience with documented satisfactory performance Certification in Aggregate Production (now Aggregate Production Tester), Grading and Base Tester (formerly Grading and Base 1) and Grading and Base Inspector (former Grading and Base 2), Concrete Field Tester (formerly Concrete Field 1) and Concrete Field Inspector (formerly Concrete Field 2), Bridge Construction Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector, Erosion Control Installer/Inspector, and Signal and Lighting. Physical Requirements The physical demands of this job will vary, but may require the ability to joint lift up to 150 pounds maximum with frequent moving and/or lifting or otherwise transfer of objects of various weights. This job also may require walking, moving, standing, to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. This job may require strenuous physical labor including but not limited to digging, shoveling, hauling, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling and climbing. For a complete list of physical requirements, please contact Valerie Ringhofer at or Kim Rice at .
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A sense of purpose in their work Connection with their coworkers and communities Opportunities for personal and professional growth Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include: Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans Fertility care, including IVF Diabetes care Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years) Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
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