Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector

Job overview

The Senior Underwater Certified Bridge Inspector position supports Volkert’s Southeast Region, with listed office locations in Maitland, Tampa, Miami, or Sunrise, FL. Compensation is not specified. Volkert provides design and engineering services focused on infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. The inspector evaluates bridge substructures and documents findings through field notes, photos, sketches, and formal reports. The role coordinates with inspection teams and project engineers, oversees dive safety and equipment checks, and may travel to bridges in Florida and elsewhere in the United States.

What you'll do

• Inspect bridge substructure elements for scour, corrosion, cracking, and marine growth
• document findings and prepare reports
• mentor and supervise junior divers and inspectors
• oversee dive safety protocols and equipment checks
• coordinate with topside teams and project engineers
• operate and maintain underwater inspection equipment
• travel to bridge inspection sites.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior underwater certified bridge inspector

volkert

florida

bridge inspection

underwater inspection

commercial diving

structural safety

dive safety

field reports

travel required

employee stock ownership

medical and dental

401(k) match

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee stock ownership plan, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, paid time off and holidays, employer-paid life and disability insurance, wellness incentives, and student debt retirement match.

Why this role

Requires at least five years of bridge inspection and commercial diving experience, commercial diving certification, and specified FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training.

About the employer

Volkert Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.