Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector

Volkert Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO & Holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability

Wellness incentives

Student debt match

Voluntary benefits

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).

Skills

Bridge inspection

Commercial diving

Report writing

Mentoring / training

Travel flexibility

Dive safety

MS Word & Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Underwater inspection equipment

NDT tools

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Underwater 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:

• Evaluate substructure elements (piles, footings, seawalls, fenders) for scour, corrosion, cracking, and marine growth impact
• Document findings with photos, sketches, and detailed field notes; 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-specific safety plans
• Operate and maintain underwater inspection equipment (cameras, sonar, NDT tools)

What you need to have:

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection experience is required
• Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is required
• Commercial diving certification (ADCI or equivalent) with 5+ years of commercial diving experience
• Demonstrated experience in high-hazard, complex underwater inspection work
• Strong understanding of bridge substructure design and deterioration mechanisms
• 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 (50'+) and in varied underwater conditions
• 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

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

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