Bridge Inspector

Volkert Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspector to perform safety inspections on a variety of structures across Tennessee and Mississippi. The role includes documenting findings, developing reports, and ensuring the safety and integrity of critical infrastructure.

Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Key benefits include 401(k) plans, ESOP, and paid time off. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on structures including bridges and culverts.
• Document findings and assist in developing detailed inspection reports.
• Review inspection data and reports for accuracy.

Skills

Ability to travel

Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

EI (Engineer-in-Training) certification

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Bridge Inspector to support our Gulf Region, with work based in Mississippi and/or Tennessee.

In this role, you'll perform bridge safety inspections and support the development and review of inspection reports. You'll work both in the field and the office, traveling to various structures to help ensure the safety and integrity of critical infrastructure.

What you'll be doing:

• Perform inspections on structures ranging from culverts to large, complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)
• Document findings and assist in developing detailed inspection reports
• Review inspection data and reports for accuracy and completeness
• Complete office tasks including report writing, data entry, and documentation

What you need to have:

• Ability to travel, including overnight stays as needed
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• 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
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• EI (Engineer-in-Training) certification
• 1+ year of bridge and/or ancillary structure inspection experience
• Knowledge of national bridge inspection standards and reporting practices
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training

Key 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

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Mississippi, Tennessee