Certified Bridge Inspector
Volkert Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Are we the road to your future?
We are currently searching for an experienced
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. The candidate will visit various bridges throughout Florida and the United States to aid with structural inspections of bridges and other structures.
What you’ll be doing:
Perform bridge inspection, both topside and underwater, of culverts to large complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)
Develop inspection reports and review
Office responsibilities will include report writing, review and data entry
What you need to have:
Minimum of 1 year of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience is required
Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is required
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.
Operation of areal platforms such as bucket trucks and under bridge inspection vehicles is preferred
Dive training and certification are preferred but not required
Boat operation skills are preferred.
Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges is required
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
If applicable to the position, a post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver’s license
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
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"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
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee‑based recruitment services.
#LI-HF1 Florida
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We are currently searching for an experienced
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. The candidate will visit various bridges throughout Florida and the United States to aid with structural inspections of bridges and other structures.
What you’ll be doing:
Perform bridge inspection, both topside and underwater, of culverts to large complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)
Develop inspection reports and review
Office responsibilities will include report writing, review and data entry
What you need to have:
Minimum of 1 year of bridge and/or ancillary inspection experience is required
Understanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is required
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.
Operation of areal platforms such as bucket trucks and under bridge inspection vehicles is preferred
Dive training and certification are preferred but not required
Boat operation skills are preferred.
Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges is required
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
If applicable to the position, a post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver’s license
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
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"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
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee‑based recruitment services.
#LI-HF1 Florida
#J-18808-Ljbffr