Bridge Inspector 1-4

Bridge Inspector 1-4

Salary

$2,597.00 - $4,671.00 Monthly

Location

Bossier City, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

4/14089/BI1-4/7.2.25-KB

Department

DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division

District 4 - Bossier City

Opening Date

07/02/2025

Closing Date

7/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

DOTD Bridge Inspection is regarded as one of he most important positions in the Department. It is directly linked to the safety of the traveling public and to Federal Funding that supports many DOTD projects. The incumbent must uphold the values of safety, professionalism, and honesty in order to carry out the daily requirements of this position.

DOTD Bridge Inspectors are responsible for conducting bridge inventories and inspections in accordance with the 23 USC, Part 650, Subpart C (The National Bridge Inspection Standards, NBIS). The LA DOTD District Offices are responsible for ensuring that the policies and procedures for the inventory and inspection of the bridges in Louisiana are adhered to.

55%: Performs "complex/specialized duties" such as: Prepares the appropriate forms and reports regarding each bridge inspected and incorporates these into files on each bridge to include comprehensive measurements, photographs, sketches and documentation of bridge deficiencies and conditions Serves as an agency representative in meetings with local, state and federal government officials. Prepares written reports or makes oral presentations to outside entities. Makes technical sketches and photographs of damage to bridge structures and may recommend necessary repairs. Assist in coordinating and scheduling work for bridge maintenance crews. Transmits reports to bridge owners utilizing the latest software (Inspect X). Reviews deficiencies and conditions of off-system bridges with bridge owners. These duties are performed under the authority of the District Bridge Engineer (Engineer 7), who has overall responsibility for the bridge inspection program in Louisiana.

40%: Conducts in-depth inspections of new and existing on-system and off-system bridges in an assigned area. Inspects superstructures, substructures, and embankments of bridges to determine the extent of deterioration and rate of each member of the structure in accordance with the latest established FHWA standards. Performs inspections of all District 04 guardrail systems on all state highways in accordance the the latest established standards. Reviews and prepares written reports for the Bridge Inspection Engineer (Engineer 6) to document findings and to recommend corrective actions.

5%: Works on assorted job assignments on a daily basis as directed by the immediate supervisor or engineer. Employee may be required to perform other duties as necessary, including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Bridge Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation:

Bridge Inspector 1- Starting salary is $14.98/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Bridge Inspector 2- Starting salary is $17.15/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Bridge Inspector 3- Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Bridge Inspector 4- Starting salary is $22.47/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to the appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type."

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Chad Hatten

DOTD-District 04

Bridge Engineer 6

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Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?

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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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• No

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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".

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Do you possess either a High School Diploma or GED?

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Are you a permanent LA DOTD employee?

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• No

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