Senior Underwater Bridge Inspector and Dive Team Lead
Volkert Inc.
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Job summary
Volkert Inc. in Florida is seeking an experienced Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region, with assignments across Maitland, Tampa, Miami, and Sunrise.
The role involves performing bridge safety inspections, writing and reviewing inspection reports, and training assistant inspectors as needed. You will travel to bridges in Florida and potentially elsewhere in the United States, evaluate substructures, document findings with photos and sketches, mentor divers,
Qualifications
- 5+ years of bridge inspection experience required.
- Commercial diving certification (ADCI or equivalent) with 5+ years diving experience.
- Knowledge of FDOT applications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate substructure elements (piles, footings, seawalls, fenders) for scour, corrosion, cracking.
- Document findings with photos, sketches, and reports; prepare formal inspection reports.
- Mentor and supervise junior divers/inspectors; oversee dive safety protocols and equipment checks.
- Coordinate with topside inspection teams and project engineers on structural concerns.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA commercial diving regulations and client safety plans.
- Operate and maintain underwater inspection equipment (cameras, sonar, NDT tools).
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Job description
Volkert Inc. in Florida is seeking an experienced Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector to support our Southeast Region, with assignments across Maitland, Tampa, Miami, and Sunrise.
The role involves performing bridge safety inspections, writing and reviewing inspection reports, and training assistant inspectors as needed. You will travel to bridges in Florida and potentially elsewhere in the United States, evaluate substructures, document findings with photos and sketches, mentor divers,
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