Bridge Inspection Crew Member Series

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Central Office, 910 MoDOT Drive, Jefferson City, MO

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $51,583.68, and a senior starting salary of $55,710.48.

This position is eligible for a temporary emergency operations adjustment of $3 to $6 per hour, depending on the area of operation, when handling winter/emergency operations activities.

Why you’ll love this position:

The bridge inspection crew member performs general/visual and in-depth inspection of bridges. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Operates under-bridge inspection and related equipment to visually examine bridges for cracks, fractures, and deterioration.
• Assists in preparing reports and other documentation related to general and in-depth bridge inspection.
• Sets up traffic control devices such as signs, flags, cones, and arrow boards; performs flagging responsibilities for traffic through work zones.
• Conducts equipment safety checks; performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including monitoring fluids, greasing and oiling parts, cleaning, and making minor repairs.
• Operates vehicles to transport crew, equipment, and materials to job site.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with no air brake restrictions and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted [NI]).
• Employee will be required to pass a cardiopulmonary function test yearly, attend training on the use of respirators, and pass a respirator fit test every six months.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions:

• Requires continuous, overnight, statewide travel.
• Requires significant physical stamina and endurance.
• Requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• May require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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