Job Information
Colorado Department Of Transportation Engineer Bridge Inspector (EIT III) - Denver (OC) in Denver, Colorado
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
ABOUT CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans' lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you'll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits package!
CDOT FOR ALL CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.
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The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
About the Position This position will provide continuing experience in, and development of practical application of professional engineering processes, laws, principles, and techniques related to highway engineering. Under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, this position will apply and implement engineering theories, principles, and standards. Perform inspections, on a statewide basis, evaluating and documenting each bridge s capacity to carry traffic, and condition of the structural elements and the adequacy of the bridge opening to accommodate flow of water and/or traffic. This position uses existing guidelines and/or guidance from a PE to determine and recommend appropriate action to be taken based on the inspection findings such as closing unsafe bridges, repairs and/or maintenance.
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Bridge Inspection
Inspection Preparation Plan the inspection by organizing the structure folders, determining the inspection sequence; prepare for special inspection requirements (e.g., fractural critical, nondestructive testing and underwater inspection), anticipating the effects of traffic control procedures, and other measures to facilitate a thorough and complete inspections. Prepare for the inspection by locating and reviewing the plans, organizing the proper tools and equipment, and reviewing the bridge structures files. Bridge Inspection Conduct bridge inspection by observing all of the bridge components for proper function and identifying defects, erosion of the supporting materials, signs of fatigue, deterioration, and/or accidental damage. Determine appropriate condition states for the bridge elements on a typical inspection. Estimate appropriate quantities for each condition state. Evaluate adequacy of the bridge opening to accommodate flow of water and/or traffic. Determine appropriate action to be taken based on the inspection findings such as closing unsafe bridges, repairs and/or maintenance including recommendations for repair and maintenance. Post Inspection Documentation
Measure applicable clearances and update computer databases. Document inspection findings by taking photos, completing reports, drawing informative sketch s, tally sheets and setting or checking reference points to monitor changes. Identify problems and make recommendations for reports and maintenance to ensure public safety and maximize longevity of the bridge. Bridge Inspection using the Below Bridge Access Vehicle
Assist in inspecting and maintaining BBAV vehicles. Conduct element and NBI inspections of structures requiring the use of the Below Bridge Access Vehicle (BBAV). Develop Policies and/or Procedures
Assist in providing either one-on-one or classroom training to inspectors on policies and/or procedures. Assist in the development of policies and/or procedures to provide guidance to bridge inspectors.
