Bridge Inspector 3 2024-02462
Bridge Inspector 3 2024-02462
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Description and Functions
- Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) as a Bridge Inspector 3 in the picturesque city of Cheyenne!
In this pivotal role youll be at the forefront of ensuring safe and efficient transportation for all. With limited supervision youll conduct detailed inspections of bridges overhead sign structures and high mast light poles all while adhering to the Federal Highway Administrations National Bridge Inspection Standards. Your expertise will be essential in collecting and documenting critical structural information that directly impacts public safety and enhances our transportation system.
Imagine being part of a team dedicated to maintaining the backbone of our communities and contributing to a highquality infrastructure. If youre passionate about engineering safety and making a tangible difference this opportunity is for you! Embrace the adventure of working in Wyomings stunning landscapes while playing a key role in protecting the lives of countless travelers. Apply today and help shape the future of transportation!
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking skiing hiking fishing hunting and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Benefits of working for the Wyoming Department of Transportation and the State of Wyoming include:
**$2000 Hiring Bonus**See notes for eligibility- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
Human Resource Contact: Tina Borgaardor
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.- Assists in performing routine field inspections fracture critical inspections and special inspections of existing recently constructed and damaged local and stateowned bridges and other related structures including overhead sign structures and high mast towers
- Assists the lead inspector of a bridge inspection team
- Prepares for inspections by reviewing structure files identifying structure components and elements and accounting for special considerations
- Ensures inspections accurately and completely reflect the structural and functional conditions of the structure are thorough timely and completed in accordance with WYDOT policies procedures and the FHWA National Bridge Inspection Standards
- Prepares detailed structure inspection reports with photos in accordance with the Federal Highway Administrations National Bridge Inspection Standards
- Uses nondestructive testing methods to assess damage as required
- Records various measurements and takes photographs for use in load ratings or developing repair strategies
- Uses computeraided drafting to transform field sketches and measurements into detailed plans for engineering evaluation of the load capacity of the structure and for future reference
- Prepares other related data for transmission to local government officials
- Verifies completeness of detailed sketches made by others
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130055 Safety Inspection of InService Bridges.
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of National Bridge Inspection Standards bridge elements Department procedures practices and policies for inspecting structures
- Knowledge of drafting principles practices techniques and standards that relate to structural detailing
- Knowledge of computeraided drafting software (Microstation) word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Knowledge and ability needed to operate inspection equipment
- Ability to climb on structural members and access bridge components that require close inspection
- Ability to produce clean legible and understandable drawings in the field and convert them to CADD details
- Ability to convey verbally and in written format accurate descriptions of structural damages and give direction to other members of the bridge inspection team
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Associates Degree (typically in Civil and Environmental Engineering)Experience:02 years of progressive work experience (Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis TechnicianOREducation & ExperienceSubstitution:24 years of progressive work experience (typically in a Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis TechnicianCertificates Licenses Registrations:NoneNecessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to climb fences occupy a bucket or lift truck for long periods of time traverse uneven steep soft slippery terrain
- Ability to access structural elements in confined or limited spaces
- Ability to perform inspections in periods of inclement weather road closures high or fastmoving water and periods of limited access or visibility
- Ability to access bridge components that require close inspection
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Extensive travel required
NOTES:- FLSA: NonExempt
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a DrugFree Workplace.
- EVerify: WYDOT uses EVerify an Internetbased system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about EVerify including your rights and responsibilities.
**Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Acceptance of a permanent fulltime nonexempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
Temporary employees accepting a fulltime or parttime permanent position
Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity recruitment must have been opened to the public
One year of service to WYDOT must be completed failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one 1 year from their promotion date.
Employees would only be eligible for one 1 hiring bonus in a 12 month period.
If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve 12 month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information
045Department of Transportation Engineering & Planning Bridge
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Employment Type
Full-Time
