Bridge Inspector; Transportation Construction Inspector

The Position

Would you enjoy a career in which you could help to safeguard the bridges that connect communities across Pennsylvania? As a Bridge Inspector with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will examine structures, record findings, and support decisions that keep the public safe. This profession enhances your technical skills as you provide meaningful work that strengthens statewide infrastructure. Apply today to become part of a team that helps maintain safe travel for everyone!

This position supports the inspection of bridges and related structures to help ensure they meet safety standards and construction requirements. Primary responsibilities will involve field work, documentation, and teamwork to help maintain safe and reliable transportation routes. As a Bridge Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• Bridge Inspections:
  Inspect bridge components and identify signs of wear, damage, or deterioration
• Field Measurements:
  Measure and record conditions of structural members and site features
• Report Preparation:
  Prepare inspection reports that document findings and needed repairs
• Record Maintenance:
  Maintain inspection records, photos, sketches, and project documentation
• Support Surveys:
  Assist with underwater inspections, deck surveys, and crane inspections
• Project Coordination:
  Work with staff, agencies, and the public to support inspection activities

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch
• This position requires travel
• Telework:
  Opportunity to work from home part‑time, subject to internet requirements and approved location
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable

• One year as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title), or
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1, or
• Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work, or
• Three years of experience in quality control of materials or building or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics, or
• One year of construction inspection experience, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

• This position requires possession of an active non‑commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent

• You must meet the PA residency requirement
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• To provide complete and accurate information, otherwise:
  • Your score may be lower than deserved.
  • You may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.