Bridge Inspector

McNeese State University; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) invites applications for Bridge Inspector roles to conduct bridge inventories and NBIS-compliant inspections, under the District Bridge Engineer. The positions emphasize safety, accuracy, and coordination with local, state, and federal partners.

Appointments may be probational or promotional, with work hours 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and a salary range that starts at $16.03 per hour plus premium pay.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepares forms and reports for each bridge inspected and files comprehensive measurements, photos, sketches and deficiencies.
• Represents the agency in meetings with local, state and federal government officials.
• Prepares written reports or oral presentations to outside entities.
• Makes technical sketches and photographs of bridge damage and may recommend repairs.
• Transmits reports to bridge owners using Inspect X software.
• Reviews deficiencies and conditions of off-system bridges with bridge owners.
• Conducts in-depth inspections of new and existing on-system and off-system bridges in an assigned area.
• Reviews and prepares written reports for the Bridge Inspection Engineer documenting findings and corrective actions.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inspect X

Job description

DOTD Bridge Inspectors

are responsible for conducting bridge inventories and inspections in accordance with the 23 USC, Part 650, Subpart C (The National Bridge Inspection Standards, NBIS), under the authority of the District Bridge Engineer (Engineer 7), who has overall responsibility for the bridge inspection program in Louisiana. The LA DOTD District Offices are responsible for ensuring that the policies and procedures for the inventory and inspection of the bridges in Louisiana are adhered to.

DOTD Bridge Inspection is regarded as one of the most important positions in the Department. It is directly linked to the safety of the traveling public and to Federal Funding that supports many DOTD projects. The incumbent must uphold the values of safety, professionalism, and honesty in order to carry out the daily requirements of this position.

http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Prepares the appropriate forms and reports regarding each bridge inspected and incorporates these into files on each bridge to include comprehensive measurements, photographs, sketches and documentation of bridge deficiencies and conditions.
• Serves as an agency representative in meetings with local, state and federal government officials.
• Prepares written reports or makes oral presentations to outside entities.
• Makes technical sketches and photographs of damage to bridge structures and may recommend necessary repairs.
• Transmits reports to bridge owners utilizing the latest software (Inspect X).
• Reviews deficiencies and conditions of off-system bridges with bridge owners.
• Conducts in-depth inspections of new and existing on-system and off-system bridges in an assigned area.
• Reviews and prepares written reports for the Bridge Inspection Engineer (Engineer 6) to document findings and to recommend corrective actions.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Bridge Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation:

• Bridge Inspector 1 - Starting salary is $16.03/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Bridge Inspector 2 - Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Bridge Inspector 3 - Starting salary is $19.63/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Bridge Inspector 4 - Starting salary is $24.04/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Michael Nelson DOTD-District 04 Engineer 7 318-549-8324

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to the appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.