Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection

THE POSITION

Become a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection with the Department of Transportation and take on a key role in public safety. You will help ensure that bridges stay in good condition through careful inspections and teamwork. This position offers steady challenges, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow. Make an impact that benefits your entire community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on supervising bridge inspections and ensuring that structures remain safe and well documented. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection, you will perform the following duties:

• Bridge Inspections: Conduct and supervise inspections of bridges and structural components following NBIS standards
• Record Management: Maintain inspection records, photographs, sketches, and required reports with accuracy
• Team Supervision: Direct inspection staff, assign tasks, review work, and support employee performance and development
• Coordination Work: Communicate with maintenance units, railroads, and project staff to plan access and resolve issues
• Equipment Oversight: Ensure inspection tools and vehicles receive proper maintenance and request new equipment when needed
• Safety Compliance: Use ladders, lifts, and safety gear correctly while promoting a safe work environment for all involved

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  
• Two years 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.

Condition of Employment:

• This position is required to meet the qualifications for a bridge inspection team leader as defined by the current National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• This position requires possession of a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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