Bridge Inspector I



Bridge Inspector I

Salary

$34,936.00 - $61,137.00 Annually

Location

Wilkes County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

23-14699

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

11/16/2023

Closing Date

11/28/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Bridge Inspector I

Position Number

60023941

Salary Grade

NC07

Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.  

Salary Grade NC07/Salary Range 34,936 – 61,137
 

Assists the Team Leader of a 2-man bridge inspection team with in-depth safety inspections of all types of highway structures, including bridges, culverts, large pipes and walkways, and measurement of sign clearances.  Takes precise measurements on structures to detect any movement, deterioration and/or damage to structural members and documents deficiencies; writes detailed structure inspection reports documenting all findings necessary for use in an asset management program which includes determining the structural integrity and safety of State highway structures.  Work is performed in an outside environment at considerable heights and slopes, possible exposure to snakes, spiders, insects, and poisonous plants.  Preference will be given to those applicants with bridge safety inspection experience.    Must be able to drive a state vehicle and/or be able to drive alone.  Safety toe shoes will be required as a condition of employment.    

 Location of work:  Wilkes and surrounding counties, office based in North Wilkesboro, NC.  May require work outside of the assigned work area.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

  • Experience using Word and Excel 
  • Experience with structure plan reading
  • Experience with bridge inspection equipment, i.e. Hydra Platforms, Man Lifts, Snooper Trucks or Boats
  • Experience with digital cameras, tape measures, hammers and ladders
  • Experience in drafting, sketching and report writing 
Additional Expectations:

This person is responsible for assisting the Team Leader in carrying out in-depth inspections on bridges, light standards, culverts, pipes, sign supports & overhead walkways and preparation of reports detailing conditions found during the inspection process.  These reports are used in an evaluation process that determines the structural integrity and the capability of structures to support loads imposed on them by the traveling public and/or natural forces.  Other duties include training new inspectors, scheduling and planning the team’s activities in conformance with bridge priorities.  Work will primarily be in the county where the office is located and surrounding counties with, upon special request, occasional travel to other counties in the State.   The field work requires work in situations that are hazardous in their nature, such as traffic congestion, working on slopes, climbing of high steel, working in confined areas, and working above water or the snooper crane at considerable heights.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of progressive experience in the inspection, construction, design or maintenance of major steel or concrete bridges or other structures; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Stephanie Hearn 919-707-2510
 
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. 

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.





For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
 

01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of experience using MS Office Word and Excel?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-3 Years
  • 3-4 Years
  • 4 or More Years
03
Which of the following best describes your level of experience with structure plan reading?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-3 Years
  • 3-4 Years
  • 4 or More Years
04
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of bridge inspection equipment such as Hydra Platforms, Man Lifts, Snooper Trucks or Boats?
  • None
  • Limited
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
05
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of Bridge Inspection Tools such as Digital Cameras, Tape Measures, Hammers and Ladders?
  • None
  • Limited
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in drafting, sketching and report writing?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-3 Years
  • 3-4 Years
  • 4 or More Years

Required Question

Agency
State of North Carolina
Address
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government