Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1

State of Montana • Glendive, MT

237d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1. A Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1 is experienced in structure condition, safety inspection, and Federal reporting. The Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1 inspects most types of in-service structures including bridges and culverts in order to protect critical infrastructure, maintain public safety and fulfill the Department's legal responsibilities. Duties include structure inspection and assessment, bridge condition documentation and reporting, bridge inspection planning, inspection team oversight and development, and bridge inspection quality control to ensure accuracy of legal records of structure inspections. This position acts as a lead worker for an inspection team consisting of career ladder bridge inspectors. This position is supervised by the Area Bridge Inspection Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field from an ABET accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in inspection of in-service bridges under the guidance of a Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Montana and 1 year of in-service bridge inspection experience under the guidance of a Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in inspection of in-service bridges under the guidance of a Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inspection of in-service bridges under the guidance of a Bridge Inspection Team Leader and 2 years of related experience including any combination of bridge inspection, bridge design, bridge maintenance, and bridge construction.
• Successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.

Responsibilities

• Inspect most types of in-service structures including bridges and culverts.
• Conduct structure inspection and assessment.
• Document and report bridge conditions.
• Plan bridge inspections.
• Oversee and develop the inspection team.
• Ensure quality control of bridge inspections to maintain accurate legal records.

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees