Specialty Bridge Inspection Program Manager - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Position Summary

This position is the primary engineer for the statewide structure inspection program of specialty bridges which require a hands-on/arms-reach inspections that includes bridges with nonredundant steel tension members (NSTM), structurally redundant members (SRM), internally redundant members (IRM), and complex features. The engineering responsibilities of this position involve providing expertise and technical consultation for inspection, maintenance, repair, and operation of specialty bridges to other engineers and technicians in the Bureau of Structures, regional personnel, engineering consultants, and local bridge owners/engineers and consultants acting on their behalf. The engineering responsibilities require continual high-level contacts with public and private officials and engineers/engineering consultants on complex engineering issues. This position functions under general supervision, makes independent decisions, and performs work in response to needs with little or no review of the work by the supervisor.

This position communicates with other Bureau of Structures (BOS) sections (Development, Design, Maintenance), other WisDOT personnel, other State DOT offices, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), county/local municipality personnel, engineering consulting firms, industry groups, and other external agencies. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and organizations skills.

Salary Information

The Advanced level is in schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $101,296 - $114,483, plus excellent benefits. Plus, an additional $2,080 per year for a Professional Engineer License.

Job Details

• This position requires the ability to frequently travel on an independent basis to project sites statewide.

• This position requires fieldwork. This fieldwork can include working in all seasons, including adverse weather conditions and working in high volume traffic conditions, bending on a limited basis, and lifting approximately 40 lbs. and carrying this load approximately 50 feet over varying terrain.

• Bridge Inspector Requirements:

  • A certified Bridge Inspector per WisDOT Structure Inspection Manual.
  • A nonredundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM) bridge inspection training/endorsement.
  • The ability to frequently travel on an independent basis, such as traveling 3 to 5 days a week to multiple locations in one day.
  • The ability to work outdoors in conditions of heat, cold, humidity, dust, and to walk over rough terrain.
  • The ability to lift and carry objects, such as tools or materials.
  • The ability to work outside of normal working hours.
  • The ability to work in high volume traffic conditions.
  • The ability to work in or near water, including safely working from a boat.
  • The bridge inspection requires a level of physical agility and strength, plus the ability to work at heights up to several hundred feet above ground level safely. Access to inspection areas is gained by entering small access hatches and climbing or descending ladders and also requires crawling on beams and piers. Safety equipment including harnesses may be required. Some inspections require entering and riding in a special bucket suspended underneath the structure from a hydraulic boom on special bridge inspection machines known as a "Snooper" and "Reach-All".

Qualifications

• To be eligible, candidates must have:
• A valid Professional Engineering (PE) registration and the ability to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state.

How To Apply

To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application only requires you to submit a resume. Within your resume, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to the items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. A letter of qualifications is not required nor will be accepted. Your application materials are very important part of your application and is used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in your resume, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is Monday, July 20th at 11:59PM CST.