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Job Description Job Description Are we the road to your future?We are currently seeking an experienced Bridge Inspector to support our Gulf Region, with work based in Mississippi and/or Tennessee.In this role, you'll perform bridge safety inspections and support the development and review of inspection reports. You'll work both in the field and the office, traveling to various structures to help ensure the safety and integrity of critical infrastructure.What you'll be doing:Perform inspections on structures ranging from culverts to large, complex bridges and ancillary structures (signs, light poles, traffic signals)Document findings and assist in developing detailed inspection reportsReview inspection data and reports for accuracy and completenessComplete office tasks including report writing, data entry, and documentationWhat you need to have:Ability to travel, including overnight stays as neededAbility to climb ladders and work at heightsProficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelAbility 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)Bonus points if you have:Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural EngineeringEI (Engineer-in-Training) certification1+ year of bridge and/or ancillary structure inspection experienceKnowledge of national bridge inspection standards and reporting practicesSuccessful completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges trainingWhy 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.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/DisabledVolkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.#LI-DNIMississippi Tennessee