BRIDGE INSPECTION TRANSPORTATION WORKER - 07072026-78901

About the role

The Bridge Inspection Transportation Worker is responsible for daily inspection tasks, including the operation of equipment, to help ensure TDOT's infrastructure is safe for all users. The position assists with the inspection processes for bridges, culverts, and other structures, ensuring thorough and accurate assessments are conducted.

Responsibilities

• Identify deterioration and deficiencies during inspection projects.
• Support the interpretation of project-specific procedures, plans, and specifications.
• Ensure activities align with state and federal laws.
• Communicate findings clearly.
• Support the input of data into the Bridge Management System.
• Emphasize safety as a priority.
• Help the public during emergency situations.
• Avoid hazards and assess risks.
• Apply TDOT Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Policies and MUTCD to establish inspection work zones.
• Evaluate the quality of bridge assets.
• Track data related to employee time, equipment, structural conditions, and material usage.
• Operate and maintain TDOT equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Work well with other teams.
• Investigate complaints and emergency scenarios.
• Communicate effectively with the foreman, peers, and emergency management crews.
• Document all activities and information during roadside operations, inspections, and other emergency situations.
• Remain current on training related to emergency operations.
• Collaborate with project teams.
• Assist in assessing bridge conditions for rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class D driver's license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License with an N endorsement valid in the State of Tennessee (if under age 21).
• Knowledge of the Tennessee Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Knowledge of street and highway traffic rules and regulations.
• Ability to lead teams and train individuals.
• Knowledge of material estimating and procurement procedures.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Basic mathematical fundamentals.
• Basic report and form writing skills.
• Applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade.
• Light and heavy highway equipment.
• Use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Basic vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
• Recognition and prevention of potential hazards.
• Application of TDOT Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Policies and MUTCD.
• Quality management.
• Emergency operations.
• Material estimating and procurement procedures.

Benefits

May be required to work weekends and holidays.

Pay

$3,631 monthly/$43,572 annually.

Schedule

Regular work schedule.