Senior Certified Bridge Inspector

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

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region located in Maitland, FL, Tampa, FL, Miami, FL, or Sunrise, FL.

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

The candidate will be performing bridge safety inspections, writing, and reviewing inspection reports. Additionally, the candidate will be asked to assist with training of assistant inspectors as needed. The candidate will visit various bridges throughout Florida and possibly the United States to aid with structural inspections of bridges and other structures.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform bridge inspection, both topside and underwater, 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

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience is required
• Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of FDOT applications is preferred
• Ability to travel out of state, overnight stays may be required
• Ability to climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Operation of areal platforms such as bucket trucks and under bridge inspection vehicles is preferred
• Dive training and certification are preferred but not required
• Boat operation skills are preferred.
• Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges is required with the completion of FHWA/NHI 130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training preferred if 130055 was completed more than 5 years ago
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI 130078 Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM), FHWA/NHI 130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection, and FHWA/NHI 130087 Inspection of Ancillary Highway Structures are highly preferred
• 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)

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. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

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

"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

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

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

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