What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 5 (ST LANDRY PARISH) position at DOTD-Engineering & Operations?
Salary
$4,458.00 - $8,027.00 Monthly
Location
Opelousas, LA
Job Type
Promotion
Job Number
03-146184-CI5-05072026-LR
Department
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division
District 3- Lafayette
Opening Date
05/07/2026
Closing Date
5/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
DISTRICT 03 / UNIT 253 / CONSTRUCTION / ST LANDRY PARISH
JOB NUMBER: 03-146184-CI5-05072026-LR
JOB NUMBER: 03-146184-CI5-05072026-LR
*** THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT PERMANENT CLASSIFIED DOTD EMPLOYEES ONLY ***
At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer in the activities of the Project Engineer’s office by leading a team of inspectors engaged in construction inspection, specializing in areas of responsibility in Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Structural Concrete operations, Sub-Surface Drainage Systems, and Embankment & Base Course testing and procedures. This position reports directly to the Construction Inspector Supervisor. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform all construction contract administration and related duties with minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.
If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
Twenty-four semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics; OR
A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or construction technology; OR
Possession of an engineer intern certificate.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
LEADERSHIP AND INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS:
- Serves as a lead worker by organizing, training, and reviewing the work of lower-level construction inspectors.
- Conducts and oversees field inspections, surveying activities, and measurement documentation for roadway and bridge construction projects.
- Provides guidance and training in the inspection of Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, structural concrete, and Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement.
- Implements and monitors materials sampling and density testing procedures throughout all phases of construction.
- Assigns and schedules inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and project requirements.
- Reviews inspection reports, calculations, and documentation daily to ensure accuracy, precision, and completeness.
- Collaborates with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, and local government representatives to facilitate project progress and minimize disruptions to the public.
INTERPRETATION OF PLANS/SPECIFICATIONS AND DECISION MAKING:
- Reviews construction plans and specifications before and during projects to ensure work progresses in accordance with DOTD standards and project objectives.
- Resolves construction plan discrepancies and field condition issues encountered during project execution.
ENGINEERING CALCUATION AND DATA COLLECTION:
- Performs engineering calculations, data collection, and layout work for roadway, bridge, and utility relocation projects, including preparation of daily reports and quantity documentation.
- May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotion, open only to current permanent classified employees of DOTD.
Compensation: Additional $2.00/HR Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Charles Descant
Project EngineerDOTD-District 03
(337) 948-0285
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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