Conducts several field inspections for bridges and structures to meet the requirements of the NBIS
Remains knowledgeable of the NBIS, Element Level Bridge Inspections, and technological developments relating to bridge inspection through training and other resources
Determines potential problem areas and takes effective action to resolve ongoing and potential bridge problems
Prepares bridge inspection forms and reports under the direction of the Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist
Enters inspection data, prepares reports, and analyzes information from the BIS/ISIS
Operates and maintains a variety of expensive and sophisticated equipment used by the team
Establishes proper traffic protection in accordance with departmental standards
Conducts field inspection of trusses, vaults and other confined spaces, and small structures including, but not limited to, single and multiple cell culverts.

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum PLUS thirty months of engineering experience; OR six years of engineering experience
Knowledge of bridge nomenclature and ability to recognize structural problems in a variety of bridge types
Strong oral and written communication skills
Efficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
Valid driver's license
Ability to work in confined spaces; climb various types of structures at various heights over land and water in adverse weather, debris and traffic conditions; operate under bridge cranes, aerial lift and underwater inspection equipment as well as non-destructive testing and confined space entry equipment.

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
12 Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn 12 paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn 10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn 3 paid Personal Days annually
13-14 paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

Bridge Inspection Technician – Engineering Technician III

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