SENIOR CERTIFIED BRIDGE INSPECTOR - 55006331
State of FloridaAbout the role
Requisition No: 856180
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: SENIOR CERTIFIED BRIDGE INSPECTOR - 55006331
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 55006331
Salary: 68,245.44 - 88,317.63
Posting Closing Date: 07/16/2025
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
738 / District Bridge Inspection and Maintenance
OPEN COMPETITIVE
CAREER SERVICE
CONTACT PERSON: Jaime Matherly
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 813-612-3386
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Jaime.Matherly@dot.state.fl.us
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,624.82-$3,396.83 / biweekly range
$68,245.44-$88,317.63 / annual range
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Work You Will Do:
Senior Certified Bridge Inspector / Director of Transportation Operations / District Maintenance / Districtwide Bridge Inspection & Repair
Coordinates inspection schedules and performs field inspections, as required, of State-owned structures within the District in accordance with requirements specified in the Department's Manual for Bridge and Other Structures Inspection and Reporting; and the National Bridge Inspection, Standards (NBIS) and assures the quality of the work that is performed by other team members.
The Difference You Will Make:
Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow:
FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
Where You Will Work:
FDOT District Structures Maintenance Office
2916 Leslie Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Anticipated Salary Rate: $78,357.24
A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $478.40 will be added to the annual salary.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Coordinates inspection schedules and performs field inspections, as required, of State-owned structures within the District in accordance with requirements specified in the Department's Manual for Bridge and Other Structures Inspection and Reporting; and the National Bridge Inspection, Standards (NBIS) and assures the quality of the work that is performed by other team members. Identifies evidence of stress related deterioration and physical condition of various structural components. Defines and quantifies deficiencies, identifies root causes utilizing both current and historical inspection results, by behavioral observations and makes recommendations for preventive and corrective actions. Supervises the collection of samples and on-site testing of the structures and other materials.
Conducts periodic filed review of inspection teams; independently reviews of work order completions, inspection
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