Underwater Bridge Inspection Technician

IMEG • Medley, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is seeking a Underwater Bridge Inspection Technician to support our Bridge Inspection Operations Team throughout South Florida and surrounding regions. This role combines commercial diving operations with hands-on bridge inspection assistance for above water and underwater structural inspections in support of FDOT, municipal and other government agencies. The role involves field work outdoors including bridges, waterways, marine facilities and active roadway conditions. Work my include climbing, working over water, diving operations, nighttime inspections and extended field assignments.

Requirements

• Commercial Diving Certification from an accredited diving program required
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required
• Ability to swim and work in marine and adverse weather environments required
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel throughout Florida as needed
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or certificate in related field preferred but not required
• experience operating boats and marine equipment preferred
• Experience working around bridges, seawalls, ports or transportation infrastructure preferred
• Previous bridge inspection, marine construction, subsurface supplied air diving experience preferred
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Bridge Inspection Teams during routine, in-depth, emergency, and special inspections
• Perform commercial diving activities using surface-supplied air systems in accordance with OSHA and company safety requirements
• Assist with underwater cleaning of piles, caps, seawalls, and substructure elements for inspection access
• Support inspection personnel with sounding, measurements, photography, note taking, and defect documentation
• Assist with deployment and retrieval of boats, dive systems, pumps, compressors, and inspection equipment
• Support topside inspection activities including access setup, traffic control coordination, and equipment transport
• Maintain dive logs, equipment checklists, and field documentation
• Follow all safety procedures, including confined space, fall protection, and marine operations protocols
• Assist with emergency response and post-storm inspection assignments when required
• Maintain vehicles, boats, trailers, and dive equipment in clean and operational condition

Benefits

• generous PTO
• flexible schedule
• assistance with tuition reimbursement
• health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree