Bridge Inspection Supervisor

Role : Bridge Inspection Supervisor

Location : 315 Boyd Blvd, La Porte, Indiana 46350

Interview Process : Either Webcam or In Person

Work Arrangement - Hybrid

Duration : Long Term

Short Description

The Senior Bridge Inspection Engineer for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) conducts inspections of bridges, large culverts, and retaining walls in order to maintain public safety and confidence, and to protect public investment. The Senior Bridge Inspection Engineer is a Team Leader and is responsible for the supervision, training and performance of area Bridge Inspectors. Bridge Inspectors must conform to the National Bridge Inspection Standards by inspecting each bridge at a minimum biennially, assigning ratings to bridge elements and reporting findings in accordance with the coding guidance developed by the Federal Highway Administration and INDOT. Bridge inspectors also inspect large culverts at a minimum of every five years, evaluating material deterioration and member distress and reporting findings in accordance with the Large Culvert inspection guidelines developed by INDOT.

Detailed Job Description

Manages the Bridge Inspection Team for the department’s ongoing operations; continually develops and implements improvements to the team’s work processes

Performs biennial inspections for INDOT bridges

Performs inspections of large culverts (small structures 4’ to 20’ in span)

Performs inspections of retaining walls

Reviews & Approves some bridge inspection reports

Determines specialized bridge inspection needs

Quality Control Officer – performs some QC office & field reviews

Performs routine biennial bridge inspections

Stays on-call to perform emergency damage inspections, i.e. collision, high water

Performs fracture critical & in-depth inspections using access equipment

• Performs special inspections for bridges with concerns;

Performs post-construction inspections for bridges

Prepares & submits reports for completed inspections

Reports deficiencies to bridge maintenance crew for corrective action

Submits bridges recommended to be programmed, including mini-scope & cost estimate

Determines work needed to repair damaged bridges & coordinates the repairs

Monitors the project schedules of all bridges of concern monthly

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

Registered Professional Engineer in Indiana, or the ability to obtain a PE license within 6-9 months of hire.

Understand how bridge & large culvert members function, recognize the impact a defect may have on the load carrying capability of a bridge component.

Knowledge of inspection principles, practices, techniques, and the ability to apply these principles and procedures as required.

Ability to read / interpret technical documents including rehabilitation plans, roadway plans, inspection reports, maintenance records, geotechnical data.

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, and to follow verbal and written instructions.

Basic computer skills and the ability to become proficient in new programs and databases.

Ability to use tools including but not limited to pen and clipboard, digital camera, chipping hammer, range pole, measuring tape, handheld spotlight

Ability to remain calm during emergencies.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to standing, walking, crouching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, reaching, lifting, grasping, etc.

Vision Requirements including peripheral, close, distant, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Knowledge, understanding, and application of the practices and methods in State Transportation.

Bridge Inspection Team Leader certification, or the ability to obtain such certification within 12-15 months of hire.

Knowledge of bridge maintenance principles, practices, methods and techniques related to maintenance of bridges and large culverts.

NHI course "Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.

NHI course “Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges”