Bridge Inspector Assistant: Path to NBIS Team Leader

Rk K; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disb

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Bridge Inspector Assistant to support transportation structure inspection programs throughout Virginia. Based in Roanoke, you will work under NBIS Team Leaders to perform field inspections, document findings, and support data management across bridge networks.

The role emphasizes safety, curiosity, and professional growth, offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and a defined pathway toward NBIS Team Leader qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1)+ year of bridge inspection experience; related CEI/bridge construction/structural trades experience may be considered.
• Familiarity with basic bridge components, terminology, and common defects/deterioration.
• Awareness of NBIS, SNBI, and VDOT inspection standards; on-the-job training and coursework will develop depth.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort using digital data collection tools/tablets.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-documented field work.
• Clear written and verbal communication and ability to convey observations to Team Leader.
• Reliability, punctuality, and dependability in field-based work with variable schedules.
• Collaborative, team-oriented and willing to support cross-office work.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist NBIS Team Leaders with inspections of bridges, culverts, tunnels, walls, and ancillary transportation structures.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, condition assessments, sketches, and photo documentation.
• Operate and support inspection access equipment including ladders, bucket trucks, and under-bridge inspection units.
• Assist with maintenance of traffic (MOT), work zone traffic control, and field safety implementation.
• Utilize inspection technologies including drones/UAS, 3D modeling tools, and nondestructive testing methods.
• Prepare field notes, inspection reports, photographs, sketches, and supporting documentation.
• Enter, manage, and verify inspection data within client and industry bridge management systems.
• Comply with all applicable safety, quality, OSHA, NBIS, FHWA, VDOT, and client requirements.
• Maintain required certifications, training records, and qualifications for assigned duties.
• Progress toward NBIS Team Leader qualifications through training, mentorship, and field experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tablets/digital data collection

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Bridge Inspector Assistant to support transportation structure inspection programs throughout Virginia. Based in Roanoke, you will work under NBIS Team Leaders to perform field inspections, document findings, and support data management across bridge networks.

The role emphasizes safety, curiosity, and professional growth, offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and a defined pathway toward NBIS Team Leader qualifications.