Senior Bridge Inspector

Volkert Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term disability

Employer-Paid long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Bridge Inspector for our Gulf Region in Memphis, TN. Responsibilities include inspecting bridges and developing inspection reports. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and be capable of traveling out of state.

The position offers several key benefits including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching. Join Volkert and make a difference in improving infrastructure and community quality of life.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience is a plus.
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge inspection of culverts to large complex bridges.
• Develop inspection reports and review them.
• Office responsibilities include report writing, review, and data entry.

Skills

Understanding of national bridge inspection methods

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Ability to travel out of state

Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Bridge Inspector to support our Gulf Region located in Memphis, TN.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.

What you’ll be doing:

• Perform bridge inspection of culverts to large complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)
• Develop inspection reports and review
• Office responsibilities will include report writing, review and data entry

What you need to have:

• Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, evaluations, and report preparation is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to travel out of state; overnight stays may be required
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state‑specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one‑hundred‑year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee‑based recruitment services.