MassDOT Bridge Inspector I - District 1

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Lenox (MA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is seeking a Bridge Inspector I for District 1 in Lenox, MA. The role focuses on NBIS-compliant bridge inspections, data collection, and field assessments to keep the state's bridges safe for the traveling public.

Responsibilities include assisting the inspection team, performing calculations, coordinating details, and serving as Resident Engineer for contracts as needed. A signing bonus up to $5,000 is available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, civil engineering experience in bridge inspection, construction, survey, design, or related fields.
• Substitutions allow a two-year bachelor’s degree or an associate degree with civil engineering major to count toward experience.
• A current Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Bridge Inspection Team Leader with inspections of NBIS-compliant bridges.
• Inspect bridges per NBIS requirements and department policies.
• Conduct field work safely and in accordance with traffic protection standards.
• Perform calculations for estimating structural loss and traffic counts.
• Coordinate with police details and act as Resident Engineer for contracts as needed.

Job description

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Job Description - MassDOT Bridge Inspector I - District 1 (260005V6)

Job Description

MassDOT Bridge Inspector I - District 1 - ( 260005V6 )

Description

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series conduct inspections and maintain and administer the Divisions’ inspection program for MassDOT and municipally owned bridges in accordance with the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations, 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C. They also inspect bridges that do not meet the NBIS definition of a bridge and can be assigned to inspect other ancillary and appurtenant highway structures and perform other inspection related engineering duties on an as needed basis.

The primary purpose of this work is to perform the inspection of bridges and ancillary structures in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to ensure that they are safe for traveling public to use.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as a Bridge Inspection Team Member by assisting the Bridge Inspection Team Leader with bridge inspections.
• Inspects bridges consistent with the requirements of NBIS and Department Policies and Procedures.
• Conducts all field work or inspections safely and in conformance with Standards for Traffic Protection adopted by MassDOT.
• Performs calculations related to estimating structural section loss and traffic counts by using calculators, computers, and other instruments.
• Performs related duties such as collecting and compiling bridge data and reviewing plans and reports needed to prepare for a bridge inspection; operating inspection equipment and tools that are used as a normal part of bridge inspection.
• Coordinates police details necessary to perform the work in a safe manner.
• Acts as a Resident Engineer for contracts as necessary to support inspection related activities.

Signing Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical, or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as bridge inspection, construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I. An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology** may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience*.

II. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology** may be substituted for a maximum of two (2) years of the required experience*.

** The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, mining, airport, soils and materials.

* Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis for the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements: Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor VehicleOperator's license is required.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Lenox-270 Main Street

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2026, 7:21:12 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

86,115.99 - 120,809.52 Yearly

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Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes