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Volkert Inc lists this Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector opportunity in tampa, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Underwater Certified Bridge InspectorAre we the road to your future?We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Underwater 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. Additionally, the candidate will be asked to assist with training of assistant inspectors as needed. The candidate will visit various bridges throughout Florida and possibly the United States to aid with structural inspections of bridges and other structures.What you'll be doing:Evaluate substructure elements (piles, footings, seawalls, fenders) for scour, corrosion, cracking, and marine growth impactDocument findings with photos, sketches, and detailed field notes; prepare formal inspection reportsMentor and supervise junior divers/inspectors; oversee dive safety protocols and equipment checksCoordinate with topside inspection teams and project engineers on structural concernsEnsure compliance with OSHA commercial diving regulations and client-specific safety plansOperate and maintain underwater inspection equipment (cameras, sonar, NDT tools)What you need to have:Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection experience is requiredUnderstanding of national bridge inspection methods, Specifications for the Nation Bridge Inventory (SNBI), evaluations, and report preparation is requiredCommercial diving certification (ADCI or equivalent) with 5+ years of commercial diving experienceDemonstrated experience in high-hazard, complex underwater inspection workStrong understanding of bridge substructure design and deterioration mechanismsProficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.Understanding of FDOT applications is preferredAbility to travel out of state, overnight stays may be requiredAbility to climb ladders and work at heights (50'+) and in varied underwater conditionsBoat operation skills are preferred.Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges is required with the completion of FHWA/NHI Bridge Inspection Refresher Training preferred if was completed more than 5 years agoSuccessful completion of FHWA/NHI Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM), FHWA/NHI Underwater Bridge Inspection, and FHWA/NHI Inspection of Ancillary Highway Structures are highly preferredAbility 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 guidelinesValid driver's license and 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, & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefitsThe 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 OfficerEOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
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tampa, FL, 33602, US
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