Job Description

Posting number: DOT27D2019

Department: West Virginia Department of Transportation

Division: District 2

Job classification: Transportation Bridge Safety Inspector 1

Posting type: SME **PSA**

Categories: Safety

Summary

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

The Transportation Bridge Safety Inspector 1 will report to the District Bridge Department in Cabell county but work throughout District 2 which additionally includes the following counties: Lincoln, Logan, Mingo, and Wayne. This position performs entry level bridge safety inspection work as a member of a highway bridge safety inspection team. Performs strenuous manual labor in rigging scaffolds and ladders to access bridge structures. Acquires and applies the knowledge and abilities to perform bridge safety inspection work. Assists higher level inspectors in bridge safety inspections. Documents findings as part of an evaluation program to determine structural integrity and safety of state highway bridges. The work requires strenuous physical labor. Hazardous working conditions involve climbing on the superstructure and substructure of bridges. The work may involve exposure to severe weather conditions. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

**Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION

High school diploma or the equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

This is the entry level classification in this series. No prior experience is required.

ADDITIONAL Preference

This is a tested position. Applicants will receive further communication from CourseMill upon closure of the posting. .

Supplemental information

• Candidate Contact Name: Stacey Johnson
• Phone Number: 304-399-0059
• Email Address: stacey.e.johnson@wv.gov