Bridge Inspection Supervisor, LaPorte District Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
The Bridge Inspection Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining public safety and safeguarding Indiana's infrastructure investments.
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.
A Day in the Life:
Manages the Bridge Inspection Team for the departments ongoing operations; continually develops and implements improvements to the teams 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
What Youll Need For Success:
Registered Professional Engineer in Indiana or the ability to obtain such license within 6-9 months of hire;
Bridge Inspection Team Leader certification, or the ability to obtain such certification within 12-15 months of hire;
Understanding of how bridge and large culvert members function, and to recognize the impact a defect may have on the load carrying capability of a bridge component or element;
Knowledge of inspection principles, practices, techniques, and the ability to apply these principles and procedures as required;
Ability to read and interpret technical documents including but not limited to bridge and large culvert design and rehabilitation plans, roadway plans, inspection reports, maintenance records, geotechnical data, hydraulic data, and maps;
Knowledge of bridge maintenance principles, practices, methods and techniques related to maintenance of bridges and large culverts;
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;
Must have valid Indiana drivers license;
Physical Requirements include but are not limited to standing, walking, crouching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, reaching, lifting, grasping, sensing potential hazardous fumes, hearing and talking (including using a cell phone);
Vision Requirements including peripheral, close, distant, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus;
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;
Knowledge, understanding, and application of the practices and methods in State Transportation;
Preferred training includes, but not limited to:
Demonstrated experience in using inspection access vehicles and platforms for executing arms reach inspections;
Certified Asbestos Inspector licensure or willingness to obtain.
Certified SPRAT Level 1 climber or higher, or willingness to obtain.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role provides direct supervision for one or more staff members.
