Bridge Inspector: Transportation Engineering Tech IV

Maryland-Department-of-Transportatio; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Highway Administration (SHA) in Baltimore City is seeking a Bridge Inspector (Transportation Engineering Technician IV) to support the inspection program for bridges and related structures. The role emphasizes compliance with federal and state requirements on a biennial cycle, with duties extending to coordination and reporting of inspections.

Qualified candidates have five years of engineering-related experience with bridge inspection emphasis.

Qualifications

• Five years of engineering-related experience in design, traffic, construction, materials testing, surveying, maintenance, or planning.
• Two years of the required experience must include bridge inspection.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Applicants may substitute education for experience at a rate of 30 credit hours per year, up to three years.
• Selective qualifications require specific bridge inspection credentials and related training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Leader in coordinating uniform inspection and reporting of all structures.
• Ensure inspections are conducted consistently and in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Oversee inspections of bridges, movable bridges, pipes, culverts, and related structures statewide.

Skills

Bridge inspection certification

Motor vehicle operator's license

Fall protection training

Confined space training

Bucket/Snooper operation training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Surveying

Job description

The State Highway Administration (SHA) in Baltimore City is seeking a Bridge Inspector (Transportation Engineering Technician IV) to support the inspection program for bridges and related structures. The role emphasizes compliance with federal and state requirements on a biennial cycle, with duties extending to coordination and reporting of inspections.

Qualified candidates have five years of engineering-related experience with bridge inspection emphasis.