Senior Certified Bridge Inspector

Volkert Inc • Miami, FL

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region located in Maitland, FL, Tampa, FL, Miami, FL, or Sunrise, FL. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent. The candidate will be performing bridge safety inspections, writing, and reviewing inspection reports. Additionally, the candidate will be asked to assist with training of assistant inspectors as needed. The candidate will visit various bridges throughout Florida and possibly the United States to aid with structural inspections of bridges and other structures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience is required
• Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel out of state, overnight stays may be required
• Ability to climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges is required
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of FDOT applications is preferred
• Operation of areal platforms such as bucket trucks and under bridge inspection vehicles is preferred
• Dive training and certification are preferred but not required
• Boat operation skills are preferred.
• FHWA/NHI 130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training preferred if 130055 was completed more than 5 years ago
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI 130078 Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM), FHWA/NHI 130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection, and FHWA/NHI 130087 Inspection of Ancillary Highway Structures are highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge inspection, both topside and underwater, of culverts to large complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)
• Develop inspection reports and review
• Office responsibilities will include report writing, review and data entry
• Assist with training of assistant inspectors as needed

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

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