In-Service Bridge Inspector

RS&H•,

8d•$53,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Bridge Inspector to join their Bridge Inspection & Preservation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of structures and inspection programs throughout the United States, involving routine bridge inspections, complex structures, ancillary structures, transit infrastructure, or specialized access using UBITs, aerial lifts, boats, climbing systems, or UAS. The position involves working alongside experienced inspectors, team leaders, and engineers, expanding technical and specialized inspection skills. The ideal candidate will take ownership of their portion of a field assignment, safely access the structure, identify and document deficiencies, and contribute to high-quality inspection deliverables. This position supports inspection programs throughout the United States, requiring travel for assignments that can range from several days to over a week, in both urban and remote locations. The role involves working on various structure types and inspection programs, providing experience across different clients, environments, access methods, and geographic regions. Candidates should be comfortable traveling by vehicle and commercial air and working outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of bridge, structural, or construction inspection experience.
Applicable FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training.
Experience supporting bridge inspections in the field.
Working knowledge of bridge components, deterioration, structural deficiencies, and condition assessment.
Ability to produce clear, accurate inspection documentation.
Experience working at heights, around traffic, over water, and in varying field conditions.
Willingness to travel regularly throughout the United States.
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
A valid driver's license and ability to travel by vehicle and commercial air.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in construction inspection, including exposure to in-service bridge inspection, bridge load rating, bridge construction inspection, or bridge design.
Solid organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, and communications skills.
Ability to effectively interact with and build relationships with others.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

NSTM inspections
Ancillary structure inspections
Complex or major bridge inspections
SPRAT or rope access
NDE/NDT
Railroad or transit structures
Tunnel inspections
UAS/drone operations
UBITs, aerial lifts, or specialized access equipment
Bridge preservation and repair
Digital inspection platforms, GIS, reality capture, or other emerging inspection technologies
Multiple state DOT bridge inspection qualifications
BS or AS in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

Responsibilities

Support a Qualified Team Leader with routine and in-depth inspections of in-service bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures.
Participate in field inspections under the direction of a team leader.
Identify, measure, photograph, and document structural deficiencies and changes in condition through field notes and photographs.
Assist with report preparation including bridge inspection reports, bridge scoping reports, and other related documentation.
Work with the Team Leader to ensure field activities are completed in a safe manner.
Support bridge scoping, structural assessments, and repair and preservation evaluations between field assignments.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Utilize UBITs, aerial lifts, ladders, boats, climbing and fall-protection systems, rope access, UAS/drones, and other specialized access methods depending on the assignment.