Bridge Inspector Assistant: NBIS Leader Path (Hybrid)

Rk K; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work (home and office)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, anddis</

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Bridge Inspector Assistant to support transportation structure inspection programs across Virginia. You will work with NBIS Team Leaders, gaining hands-on experience and advancing toward NBIS Team Leader qualifications while growing within RK&K's dedicated inspection practice.

The role emphasizes safety, technical curiosity, and collaborative teamwork, with travel up to 25% to various Virginia projects and the surrounding region.

Qualifications

• One year or more of bridge inspection experience; direct bridge inspection preferred.
• Awareness of NBIS requirements, SNBI protocols, and VDOT standards; on‑the‑job training will develop depth of knowledge.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable with digital data collection tools/tablets.

Responsibilities

• Assist NBIS Team Leaders with inspections of bridges, culverts, tunnels, walls, and related structures.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, condition assessments, sketches, and photo documentation.
• Operate inspection access equipment including ladders, bucket trucks, and under-bridge units.
• Prepare field notes, inspection reports, photographs, sketches, and supporting documentation.
• Enter, manage, and verify inspection data within bridge management systems.
• Support safety, quality, OSHA, NBIS, FHWA, and client requirements.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

Microsoft Office

Field documentation

Valid driver's license

Team collaboration

Clear written/verbal communication

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in civil engineering tech or related field

Tools

AssetWise/ASIR/InspectX/AASHTOWare

Inspection access equipment (snoopers, bucket trucks, ladders)

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Bridge Inspector Assistant to support transportation structure inspection programs across Virginia. You will work with NBIS Team Leaders, gaining hands-on experience and advancing toward NBIS Team Leader qualifications while growing within RK&K's dedicated inspection practice.

The role emphasizes safety, technical curiosity, and collaborative teamwork, with travel up to 25% to various Virginia projects and the surrounding region.