Job Description

Salary

$2,597.00 - $4,671.00 Monthly

Location

Opelousas, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

03-125187-CI1-4-09182025-DS

Department

DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division

District 3- Lafayette

Opening Date

09/18/2025

Closing Date

9/28/2025 11:59 PM Central

About this Job

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DISTRICT 03 / U253 / OPELOUSAS CONSTRUCTION

JOB NUMBER: 03-125184-CI1-4-09182025-DS

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 Professional Engineers and/or higher level Construction Inspectors in the performance of construction inspection work and general contract administration duties required of a District Project Engineer's Construction Office. Specialized areas of responsibility include Portland Cement Concrete Inspection, Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Inspection, Embankment and Base Course Inspection, Structural Concrete Inspection and Subsurface Drainage Installation Inspection. Construction Inspectors positions are in a career progression group (CPG) capped at Construction Inspector 4. The required minimum number of years of experience, completion of required structured training courses, as well as satisfactory work performance, are all required for incumbents to progress through the CPG. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform all construction contract administration and related duties with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise.


If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact--this could be the opportunity for you!

Minimum Qualifications

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Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR



Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Job Specification

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The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

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Job Duties:

Utilizes a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the inspection of construction work and/or in the completion and/or processing of construction-related documents such as field diaries, partial estimates and final estimates. Enters construction project data into the appropriate computer database or application (MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager etc.). Applies DOTD engineering policies and procedures to normal work situations in the Project Engineer's Office and/or at construction sites. Serves as primary construction inspector in area(s) of specialization or certification. Determines material sampling requirements for area(s) of expertise. Verifies elevations/alignments for surveys. Reviews haul tickets to determine if loads comply with authorized/approved load quantities/volumes. Prepares work reports, monthly estimate quantities, and mathematical calculations necessary to complete paperwork. May serve as the primary asphalt plant technician. Completes required training classes and receives on-the-job training in performing construction inspection and completing necessary documentation and/or paperwork. May also provide on-the-job training or assistance to newer or lower-level technicians and/or consultant personnel. May perform additional duties as necessary to ensure the efficient operations of the Project Engineer's office. May be required to perform other duties as necessary including but not limited to Emergency/Disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional

Career Progression:

This position may be filled as a Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Compensation:

Construction Inspector 1 - $14.98/hourly

Construction Inspector 2 - $17.15/hourly

Construction Inspector 3 - $19.63/hourly

Construction Inspector 4 - $22.47/hourly

Additional $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked


Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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.

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_Tech_Asst_Guidance.asp

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:


Dawn Soileau


DOTD/District 03


Human Resources


(337) 262-6100



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:

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. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor


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