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Title: Inspector Apprentice

Hiring Range: $43, 348- $46,057

Pay Band: 2

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Salem District Office

Agency Website: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT Salem District is seeking to fill an Inspector Apprentice position that will learn to inspect phases of highway construction and maintenance projects in order to prepare to assume the full duties of a construction inspector responsible to provide a quality transportation system for the
traveling public. Apprentice will be exposed to the Road and Bridge Building Construction Industry and will follow a plan of on-the-job and classroom training to include plan reading, surveying, structure and bridge construction inspection, work zone traffic control, asphalt pavement maintenance and resurfacing. Inspectors measure, test, and check materials, methods, and installations to ensure conformity by the contractor with VDOT plans, specifications, and contract documents. Inspectors document contractor progress on a daily basis, input data into automated software systems, and generate reports and correspondence.
All inspection is performed on VDOT roadway construction and maintenance projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic knowledge and understanding of construction and contracting. Knowledge in
mathematics (algebra/geometry). Ability to learn how to read, analyze and interpret
contract plans, specifications and documents. Skill in use of computers and automated
software (Windows, MS Office, e-mail and internet). Ability to communicate effectively
verbally and in writing with various stakeholders such as contractors, general public,
internal and external government agencies. Ability to work at heights and within confined
spaces. High school graduate/GED or a combination of education/training/experience in
construction, engineering, project management, or materials handling which
demonstrates the ability to perform the work. Valid driver’s license.
TRAINING PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS: Candidates must be able to obtain
certifications in Asphalt Field, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field – Level
1, Soils & Aggregate Field, Nuclear Gauge Safety and Transportation, Pavement
Markings, Guardrail Installation, OSHA Safety, Work Zone Traffic Control (intermediate
level), Erosion and Sediment Control for Inspectors, Storm Water Management, as well
as, fall protection and confined space training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in construction, engineering technology, project management or materials
handling. Valid CDL and applicable endorsements

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 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Job Board. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications and work history will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application and/or resume lacking job history and relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Fingerprint-based background check, references, work history and DMV records will be verified prior to employment.

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.

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.

Contact Information:

Name: Teresa Moody

Phone: 540.266.2661

Email: [email protected]

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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.