Title: Underbridge Inspection Unit Operator

Hiring Range: $50,018 - $81,279

Pay Band: 3

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Richmond District Office

Agency Website: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/jobs/default.asp

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Richmond District’s Structure and Bridge Section is seeking an individual to perform in-depth visual and mechanical safety inspections of bridges and highway structures. Discover deterioration, damage and defects that would impair the life, serviceability and safety of a structure. You will collect structural data and dimensions of components. Prepare and distribute structural inspection reports and related documentation. Check information in paper and electronic inspection report files and update as necessary. Assist with the creation of new inventory records, update existing structure inventory, and assessment data in automated system. Operate specialized equipment and vehicles. Schedule and operate an under-bridge inspection unit.

VDOT is an emergency response agency and this position is the core of this requirement, therefore you will work outside of normal work hours during emergency operations.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded short and long term disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of common bridge types and components. Ability to diagnose causes of damage and deterioration to bridges and structures. Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications. Ability to use specialized inspection instruments and tools. Ability to prepare reports, enter data, update and maintain files. Ability to prepare and/or draft structural drawings and sketches. Knowledge of and skill in the application of engineering math. Skill in the use of computers and software applications. Ability to follow safety practices and procedures and use required equipment. Valid CDL required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in bridge maintenance and repair or structural inspection. Completion of an FHWA-approved course in safety inspection of in-service bridges. Proficiency in MS Office suite and computer drafting software. Associates degree or coursework in engineering or engineering technology. Experience in operation and maintenance management of an under-bridge inspection unit.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Experience in bridge maintenance and repair or structural inspection. Completion of an FHWA-approved course in safety inspection of in-service bridges. Proficiency in MS Office suite and computer drafting software. Associates degree or coursework in engineering or engineering technology. Experience in operation and maintenance management of an under-bridge inspection unit.

Contact Information:

Name: Martha Alkhadra

Phone: 804-762-2584

Email: martha.alkhadra@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.