Senior Certified Bridge Inspector

Senior Certified Bridge Inspector –

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
. The candidate will perform bridge safety inspections, write and review inspection reports, and assist with training assistant inspectors as needed. Visits to various bridges throughout Florida and possibly the United States are required.

To be considered, applicants must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Perform bridge inspections – both topside and underwater – of culverts to large complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals).
• Develop and review inspection reports.
• Carry out office responsibilities including report writing, review, and data entry.
• Assist with training of assistant inspectors when necessary.

• Minimum of 5 years of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience.
• Knowledge of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of FDOT applications preferred.
• Ability to travel out of state; overnight stays may be required.
• Capability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Operation of aerial platforms such as bucket trucks and under‑bridge inspection vehicles preferred.
• Dive training and certification preferred but not required.
• Boat operation skills preferred.
• Successful completion of FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges required; 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 highly preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening; comply with federal guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
• Post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation may be required.

Volkert is employee‑owned and a Top 100 design firm committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including infrastructure improvements, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert celebrates a century of service to employees, clients, partners, and communities. We pride ourselves on competitive compensation, a positive work/life balance, professional development opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive workplace nationwide.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

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