Bridge Inspection Team Leader (MassDOT Bridge Inspector III)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Lenox (MA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts, MassDOT, is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader (MassDOT Bridge Inspector III) in Lenox, MA. You will oversee bridge inspections, lead a team, review records, and ensure safety and compliance with NBIS standards.

A signing bonus of up to $5,000 may apply and the role requires massDOT NBIS training and appropriate licenses. The position offers full-time hours, day shift, and a competitive salary range reflecting Massachusetts state employment standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Engineer-In-Training certification required or equivalent substitutions listed by federal regulations.
• Professional Engineer licensure may substitute for some requirements.
• Qualified candidates must meet NBIS and safety training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as Bridge Inspection Team Leader and perform structure inspections per AASHTO guidelines and department policies.
• Prepare for inspections by reviewing plans and inspection records; ensure equipment readiness for all team members.
• Maintain safety for inspection teams and the public; enforce safety procedures for inspections over water and railways.
• Review plans, inspection records, rating reports, and dive/maintenance records pertinent to bridges, tunnels, or facilities.
• Document deficiencies and prepare inspection reports using approved templates and data systems.
• Complete other duties as required.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

NBIS training awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Engineer-In-Training certification

Professional Engineer (PE)

Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

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Job Description - Bridge Inspection Team Leader (MassDOT Bridge Inspector III) (260003WB)

Job Description

Bridge Inspection Team Leader (MassDOT Bridge Inspector III) - ( 260003WB )

Description

Position Summary

Incumbents in this series conduct inspections and maintain and administer the Division's inspection program for Massachusetts bridges and structures in accordance with the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations, 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C. They also inspect bridges that do not meet the NBIS definition of a bridge and can be assigned to inspect other ancillary and appurtenant highway structures and perform other inspection related engineering duties on an as needed basis.

The primary purpose of this work is to perform the inspection of bridges and ancillary highway structures in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to ensure that they are safe for the traveling public to use.

Duties and Responsibilities

Act as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader and perform structure inspection based on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Bridge Inspector Reference Manual for the Condition and Evaluation of Bridges and following procedures established in the department's Bridge Inspection Handbook and MassDOT Tunnel Inspection policies.

Prepares for assigned bridge inspections by obtaining and reviewing all available plans and inspection records for structures that are to be inspected and by ensuring the availability of equipment and tools needed by all team members for each inspection assignment.

Maintains the safety of bridge inspection teams and the public, by ensuring that the proper safety equipment is available and that it is used correctly; ensuring that all safety procedures are in place; and ensuring that proper procedures are used for inspections over water and railways.

Obtain and review available plans, inspection records, rating reports, dive reports and maintenance records pertinent to bridge, tunnel and/or facility inspection.

Perform rapid overview walks around inspection area at start of the inspection to gain familiarity with current structure and disclose problem areas requiring closer attention.

Report deficiencies following established procedure in the Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Handbook and in compliance with existing policies as directed.

Verify that all equipment is collected and returned to proper storage location upon completion of inspection.

Prepare inspection reports that fully and accurately describe the structure's condition using department approved templates, forms, and electronic data collections systems and ensures the quality of inspections.

Perform other job-related duties as required.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

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Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have the minimum entrance requirements for a Team Leader as found in the federal regulations 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C: (A) a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, and (B) an Engineer-In-Training certification, and (C) at least two (2) years of full-time experience in bridge inspection assignments in a responsible capacity, and (D) successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, or (E) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below as allowed for by the federal regulations:

Substitutions

I. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in either of the next two lower Bridge Inspector titles Bridge Inspection Engineer I and Bridge Inspection Engineer II and successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree and Engineer-In-Training certification; or.

II. Be a registered Professional Engineer and have 6 months of bridge inspection experience and successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, may be substituted for the Engineer-In-Training certification and the bridge inspection experience; or.

III. An Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering** or Civil Engineering Technology** and four (4) years of full-time experience in bridge inspection assignments in a responsible capacity and successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree and the Engineer-In-Training certification.

** The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, mining, airport, soils and materials.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to successfully complete all federal and state training required to meet federal NBIS regulations and safety standards.

Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license is required.

Based on assignment, successfully complete and pass the MassDOT sponsored Scuba Diver Training program and successfully complete and pass both Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training and Underwater Bridge Inspection training courses.

For questions regarding the job posting, please email Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.

For disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

An Equal Opportunity / Aff...

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Lenox-270 Main Street

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2026, 4:53:16 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary

103,024.54 - 145,828.89 Yearly

If you have Diversity, ...

Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No