Bridge Inspector

Bridge Inspector

Salary

$62,462.40 - $84,364.80 Annually

Location

451 W. Third St., OH

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

ENG07262

Department

Engineer

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Internal Only

No

• Description
• Benefits

Position Overview

The Montgomery County Engineer's Office is seeking a qualified and safety-conscious Bridge Inspector to support the inspection, evaluation, and maintenance of county bridge and culvert infrastructure. This position plays a critical role in ensuring public safety through compliance with federal and state bridge inspection standards, accurate condition assessments, and detailed documentation of structural assets.

Summary of Job Duties

• Conduct inspections of bridges and culvert structures in accordance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Specification for National Bridge Inventory (SNBI), and ODOT Manual of Bridge Inspection and Inventory.
• Evaluate structural conditions and assign condition ratings.
• Identify and document safety concerns, deficiencies, and maintenance needs.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain detailed records of infrastructure conditions.
• Develop work orders for required repairs and maintenance activities.
• Collect measurements and field data for bridge management systems.
• Maintain and update bridge inventory and inspection databases.
• Review and process special hauling and load permits.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

• Qualified as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader under National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS); or
• Individuals possessing a combination of bridge inspection, design, maintenance, or construction experience applicable to becoming a Team Leader may be considered.

Preferred Certifications and Licenses

• FHWA NHI - Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055) or Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers (FHWA-NHI-130056) .
• OSHA Confined Space Training.
• Certified Bridge Climbing/Rope Access Training.
• Valid Driver's License.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of bridge inspection principles, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and construction drawings.
• Strong recordkeeping, reporting, and database management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and safely in field environments.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, and walking.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in varying weather conditions.

All Montgomery County employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and have access to deferred compensation programs.

Benefits may vary for full-time, part-time, intermittent, and seasonal employees and/or due to union affiliation. The list below demonstrates the benefits that may be available to employees according to employment status and is subject to change.

Full-Time Employees (40 hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.

Part-Time Employees (Benefits Eligible) (scheduled 21+ hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.

Part-time Employees (Non-Benefits Eligible) (20 hours or less per week): Benefits include Long Term Sick Leave Accrual, Paid Personal Leave, and holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays.

Seasonal Employees: Benefits include Sick Leave accrued at 4.6 hours for every eighty 80 hours in active

pay status. Seasonal employees scheduled to work 40 hours during their period of employment will accrue vacation in the same manner as regular full-time employees and can use their vacation after completion of twenty-six (26) bi-weekly pay periods in active pay status. Part-time Seasonal employees (scheduled to work less than 40 hours) do not accrue vacation.

Intermittent and Temporary Employees: Long-Term Sick Leave accrual is based on hours worked.

Benefit information can be found on the Montgomery County Benefits website at: www.mcbenefits.org.

Employer Montgomery County

Address 451 West Third Street, 9th Floor

Dayton, Ohio, 45422

Website http://www.mcohio.org