Bridge Inspector 5

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. This role involves helping to protect the traveling public by inspecting bridges and documenting conditions that guide repairs and maintenance. Bridge Inspectors perform critical public safety work by conducting inspections of on-system and off-system bridges in accordance with established standards and DOTD procedures. This is a hands-on field role that requires attention to detail, safety awareness, and strong documentation skills. Work is performed in a variety of environments and may involve heights, water, traffic exposure, weather conditions, and travel to bridge locations within the assigned district. Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish, District 61 Unit 051 and report to the District Bridge Engineer.

Requirements

• One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been as a Bridge Inspector 4 or as a bridge inspection team leader
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus six years of experience in bridge inspection
• OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus six years of experience in bridge inspection
• OR Two years of experience in bridge design, bridge load rating, bridge maintenance, and/or bridge construction plus four years of experience in bridge inspection
• OR Possession of a current license to practice professional engineering plus one year and six months of experience in bridge inspection
• OR An associate's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus five years of experience in bridge inspection
• OR A bachelor’s degree in engineering and a passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam plus three years of experience in bridge inspection
• Incumbents are required to have successfully completed a FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course
• Any college hours or degree must be from a college or university as accredited by ABET or given equivalency by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)

Responsibilities

• Inspect bridge components (superstructure, substructure, approaches, waterways, safety features, etc.)
• Take measurements and perform field tests as needed
• Document conditions using notes, sketches, photographs, and narratives
• Complete inspection reports and maintain bridge files/records in required systems
• Coordinate with local agencies and bridge owners for off-system inspections
• Support inspections involving special access equipment (bucket trucks, man lifts, ladders, etc.)
• Assist with accident damage documentation and reporting
• Participate in structured training and required continuing education
• Support emergency/disaster response activities when needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED