Senior Bridge Inspector — Lead Field, Reports & Training

Volkert, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Student debt retirement match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region across Maitland, Tampa, Miami, and Sunrise, FL. You will conduct thorough bridge inspections, document findings, and mentor junior inspectors while coordinating field work and reporting.

The role requires a minimum of five years in bridge inspections, strong knowledge of inspection methods, and proficiency with Word/Excel. Some travel and safety training compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience.
• Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, SNBI evaluations, and report preparation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• FDOT applications knowledge preferred.
• Ability to travel out of state; overnight stays may be required.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Aerial platform operation (bucket trucks) preferred.
• Dive training and certification preferred but not required.
• Boat operation skills preferred.
• FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges completed; 130053 refresher preferred if 130055 >5 years ago.
• FHWA/NHI 130078, 130091, 130087 training highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge inspections topside and underwater on a range of structures.
• Develop inspection reports and review findings.
• Office duties include report writing, review, and data entry.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

FDOT applications

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Travel ability

Climb ladders / work at heights

Safety/areal platform operation

FHWA/NHI training certifications

Drug screening compliance

Driver's license & MVR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Volkert, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region across Maitland, Tampa, Miami, and Sunrise, FL. You will conduct thorough bridge inspections, document findings, and mentor junior inspectors while coordinating field work and reporting.

The role requires a minimum of five years in bridge inspections, strong knowledge of inspection methods, and proficiency with Word/Excel. Some travel and safety training compliance are essential for success.