Bridge Inspection Diver

SLR Consulting•Bridgeport, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SLR Consulting (Americas) is seeking a Bridge Inspection Diver to join its Bridgeport, Connecticut office. The role combines technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork to assess and maintain critical infrastructure. The diver conducts underwater site investigations, collaborates with engineers and project managers, and contributes to technical reports. The position includes travel, approximately 50% of which is overnight, to support inspection projects in diverse locations. This is a full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Requirements

Diver certification.
NBIS Certification: NHI 130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection Training.
Familiarity with sound engineering and safe diving principles.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Three years of preferred experience as a commercial diver, including underwater inspections of bridges, piers, piles, wharves, docks, and bulkheads.
NBIS Certification: NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges and NHI 130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training if the NHI 130055 certificate is older than four years.

Responsibilities

Conduct site investigations as part of an inspection team.
Work collaboratively with all members of the engineering dive group.
Prepare standard documents, such as technical reports.
Assist Project Managers in ensuring the scope of work is fulfilled and contracted deliverables are completed on schedule and within budget.
Travel as required, approximately 50% overnight.