Bridge Inspector II

Location: Chatham

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January 31, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-107176
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Bridge Inspector II (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC11

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
** Description of Work
** This is a repost. Previous applicants will need to reapply to be considered.
This is an advanced level in-depth safety inspection position that assists the Team Leader of a 2-person bridge inspection team conducting inspections on all types of structures in a specific geographical area of the state.
Work is performed in an outside environment at considerable heights, with exposure to snakes, spiders, insects, and poisonous plants. Safety shoes will be required as a condition of employment. Preference will be given to applicants with bridge safety inspection experience and progressive experience in the inspection, construction, design or maintenance of major steel or concrete bridges or other structures. Location of work:
Chatham and surrounding counties, office based in Siler City, NC.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Salary Grade: NC11
- Salary Range - $43,738.00 – 76,542.00
**** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience using Word and Excel
* Experience with structure plan reading
* Experience with bridge inspection equipment, i.e. Hydra Platforms, Man Lifts, Snooper Trucks or Boats
* Experience with digital cameras, tape measures, hammers, and ladder
* Experience in drafting, sketching and report writing
** Minimum

Education and Experience
** Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the

Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressive experience in the inspection, construction, design or maintenance of major steel or concrete bridges or other structures; or High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and five (5) years of progressive experience in the inspection, construction, design or maintenance of major steel or concrete bridges or other structures;

or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience. In addition, successful completion of FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training and/or tunnel inspection training is required for above water Team Leaders.

For Underwater Applications:
Advanced SCUBA diving certification issued by a national diver certification association such as the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) or The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and 100 hours of verifiable underwater diving experience (e.g., log entries).
** EEO Statement
** The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
** Recruiter:
** Eboneze Alisa James
** Email:
** DOT-Workday Job Recruitment
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