Bridge Inspector/Team Leader

Ayres Associates Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

PTO upon hire

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A national engineering firm is looking for a qualified bridge inspector/team leader in Melbourne, Florida. This role involves field inspections of bridges and requires certification in bridge inspection. Candidates must have excellent computer skills and a valid driver’s license. Benefits include health insurance, 401K with company match, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Certification as an above water and underwater bridge inspector or qualified inspection team leader required.
• Willingness to work around traffic, at heights, and around water is required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform above water and underwater field inspections of bridges, dams and ancillary structures.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers regarding deficiencies on structures.
• Compile information for preliminary and final report preparation to ensure quality and standards.

Skills

Above water and underwater bridge inspection

Climbing

Excellent computer skills

Understanding of inspection codes

Job description

Certification as an above water and underwater bridge inspector or qualified inspection team leader required. Willingness to work around traffic, at heights and around water is required. Climbing certification beneficial. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Most work is located in Florida but some travel throughout the US is possible. All qualified Team Leader candidates considered. Candidates that possess experience with design and rehabilitation of bridges and other highway-related structures are also encouraged to apply.

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Responsibilities:

• Perform above water and underwater field inspections of bridges, dams and ancillary structures and complete report documentation of those inspections.
• Coordinate with department supervisor, project manager and project engineers concerning deficiencies on the structure for appropriate action.
• Compile information needed for preliminary and final report preparation in order to ensure quality and conformance to standards, including addressing review comments from Department of Transportation or other governmental and regulatory agencies.

The individual must have excellent computer skills, good understanding of inspection codes, and standards. Field time away from office is estimated at approximately 60% while remaining 40% is office time. Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to swim, climb, and negotiate work areas fully equipped with appropriate gear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at a construction work site or similar type environment. Candidates with engineering background may also participate in engineering assignments such as performing load rating analysis and assisting in the design of various types of highway and pedestrian bridges and other structures.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

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