Bridge Inspector/Team Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability and life insurance

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401K with company match

PTO upon hire

Paid holidays including two floating holidays

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced bridge inspector or inspection team leader for roles focused on above water and underwater inspections. The ideal candidate will have a certification and be willing to work in varying conditions. Responsibilities include conducting thorough inspections of bridges and ancillary structures, collaborating with project managers, and ensuring quality report documentation. The position also offers health benefits, stock ownership, and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Certification as an above water and underwater bridge inspector or qualified inspection team leader required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Physical ability to swim, climb, and negotiate work areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform above water and underwater field inspections of bridges and dams.
• Coordinate with supervisors and project engineers about deficiencies.
• Compile information for report preparation ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Climbing certification

Excellent computer skills

Understanding of inspection codes and standards

Ability to swim

Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Education

Certification as an above water and underwater bridge inspector

Experience with design and rehabilitation of bridges

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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