Bridge Inspector 2025-02387

State of Wyoming-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Cheyenne, WY
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
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Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) as a Bridge Inspector 3 in the picturesque city of Cheyenne! In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring safe and efficient transportation for all. With limited supervision, you'll conduct detailed inspections of bridges, overhead sign structures, and high mast light poles, all while adhering to the Federal Highway Administration's National Bridge Inspection Standards. Your expertise will be essential in collecting and documenting critical structural information that directly impacts public safety and enhances our transportation system. Imagine being part of a team dedicated to maintaining the backbone of our communities and contributing to a high-quality infrastructure. If you're passionate about engineering, safety, and making a tangible difference, this opportunity is for you! Embrace the adventure of working in Wyoming's stunning landscapes while playing a key role in protecting the lives of countless travelers. Apply today and help shape the future of transportation!

  • Assists in performing routine field inspections, fracture critical inspections, and special inspections of existing, recently constructed, and damaged local and state-owned bridges and other related structures, including overhead sign structures, and high mast towers.
  • Assists the lead inspector of a bridge inspection team.
  • Prepares for inspections by reviewing structure files, identifying structure components and elements, and accounting for special considerations.
  • Ensures inspections accurately and completely reflect the structural and functional conditions of the structure, are thorough, timely, and completed in accordance with WYDOT policies, procedures, and the FHWA National Bridge Inspection Standards.
  • Prepares detailed structure inspection reports with photos in accordance with the Federal Highway Administration's National Bridge Inspection Standards.
  • Uses non-destructive testing methods to assess damage as required.
  • Records various measurements and takes photographs for use in load ratings or developing repair strategies.
  • Uses computer-aided drafting to transform field sketches and measurements into detailed plans for engineering evaluation of the load capacity of the structure and for future reference.
  • Prepares other related data for transmission to local government officials.
  • Verifies the completeness of detailed sketches made by others.
  • Associate's Degree (typically in Civil and Environmental Engineering).
  • 0-2 years of progressive work experience (Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Technician.
  • 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in a Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Technician (if education & experience substitution is applicable).
  • Completion of the National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.
  • $2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility applies).
  • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation).
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
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