Field Bridge Inspector: Travel & Hands-On Inspections

RS H; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Certification and Licensure Support

Employee Ownership

Paid Vacation / PTO

Job summary

RS&H is seeking a Bridge Inspector to join our Bridge Inspection & Preservation team. This role involves in-field inspections of bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures across the United States, with travel between assignments and various access methods.

You will document deficiencies and contribute to inspection deliverables. Qualified candidates have 4+ years of bridge inspection experience, FHWA/NHI training, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years relevant bridge/structural/inspection experience.
• Valid driver’s license and required certifications for scope of work.
• Experience in construction inspection including exposure to in-service bridge inspection and load rating.

Responsibilities

• Support a Qualified Team Leader with routine and in-depth inspections of in-service bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures.
• Participate in field inspections under the direction of a team leader.
• Identify, measure, photograph, and document structural deficiencies and changes in condition through field notes and photographs.
• Assist with report preparation including bridge inspection reports, bridge scoping reports, and other related documentation.
• Work with the Team Leader to ensure field activities are completed in a safe manner.
• Support bridge scoping, structural assessments, and repair and preservation evaluations between field assignments.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bridge inspections

Field inspections

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel

Education

BS or AS in Civil Engineering

Tools

NSTM inspections

SPRAT rope access

UAS/drone operations

Job description

RS&H is seeking a Bridge Inspector to join our Bridge Inspection & Preservation team. This role involves in-field inspections of bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures across the United States, with travel between assignments and various access methods.

You will document deficiencies and contribute to inspection deliverables. Qualified candidates have 4+ years of bridge inspection experience, FHWA/NHI training, and a valid driver’s license.