Bridge Inspector

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health and dental insurance

12 paid holidays per year

29 paid vacation days annually

Defined pension plan

Paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A government transportation agency in Minnesota is seeking a Bridge Inspector to lead various bridge safety inspections for nearly 1500 structures across the Metropolitan District. Ideal candidates must have extensive knowledge of regulations, strong documentation skills, and a minimum of four years’ experience in related activities. The position offers competitive benefits including paid vacation and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing bridge safety inspections or related activities.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand information in English.
• Possession of Level 2 Bridge Inspection Certification and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct bridge safety inspections and assessments.
• Document inspection data into a management system.
• Report hazardous deficiencies according to MnDOT policy.
• Assist in scheduling and planning inspections; report findings and hazardous deficiencies per MnDOT policy; maintain bridge records and files.

Skills

Experience in bridge safety inspections

Knowledge of federal regulations

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Civil or Construction Technology Degree

Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Overview

Recruiting Professional for Minnesota Department of Transportation. This position represents one of eight Bridge Inspector positions, whose responsibility is to lead bridge safety inspections and other structural inspections for nearly 1500 bridges, 1800 overhead signs, 900 retaining walls and 130 miles of noise walls throughout the Metropolitan District.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct bridge safety inspections, special assessments/inspections of bridges and culverts, deck surveys, and approach panel inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure safety and compliance with federal regulations.
• Document and input inspection data into the Structure Information Management System (SIMS) database.
• Lead and conduct routine annual safety inspections of in-service bridges and other highway structures that may include sign structures, high-mast light poles, towers and traffic control signals on bridges, ensuring integrity and safety per MnDOT and FHWA standards.
• Assist with scheduling and planning of bridge and non-bridge structural asset inspection.
• Report findings and critical or hazardous deficiencies in accordance with MnDOT policy.
• Complete and submit paperwork/reports for review by higher level staff.
• Maintain bridge records and files to meet state and federal regulations for bridge maintenance and for programming replacements and rehabilitation.
• Assist in the performance of fracture critical inspections to maintain structural integrity with minimal safety risk and public impact.
• Perform snow and ice duties such as maintaining roadways and preparing and inspecting winter equipment.

Benefits

• Low-cost health and dental insurance, affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave available
• And more!

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing bridge safety inspections, bridge maintenance, bridge construction and/or bridge design activities or related activities.

• OR three years of experience performing bridge safety inspections, bridge maintenance, bridge construction and/or bridge design activities or related activities and a combination of one year of experience in related areas (roadway construction, pre-design, hydraulics/water resources, materials, permits, planning, right of way, road surface/roadside maintenance, signs, snow/ice, soils, surveys, and/or traffic engineering).

• Educational Substitution: A two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. Transcripts may be required.

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand information; communicate with employees and the general public; and maintain routine written logs and records.

Licensure and Certifications

• Level 2 Bridge Inspection Certification - Bridge Safety Inspection Team Leader
• Valid Class D Driver's License and a Class A CDL Permit with no airbrake restriction and a tanker endorsement

How to Apply

Please Apply Online by 9/18/2025:

• Go to www.mn.gov/careers
• Click “Search open positions”
• Enter the Job Opening ID “88378” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
• Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
• Click “Apply for Job”
• When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Social Media - LinkedIn Job Slot

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Contact for Additional Information

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other; Industries: Government Administration and Civil Engineering