Bridge Inspection Technician – EIT

Description

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.

The Opportunity

Come join our Transportation Bridge Team and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique bridge projects.

We have an immediate opening for an entry level Technician or Engineer to work as part of our Bridge Inspection Team located in Texas. This position will entail being an assistant to the Team Leader for in-service bridge, tunnel, and culvert inspections throughout Texas and the United States. This position will entail inspection of bridges, tunnels and bridge class culverts on highways throughout Texas and the United States according to:

• National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C.
• Inspection of Fracture Critical Bridge Members (Report No. FHWA-IP-86-26).
• AASHTO Manual for Bridge Element Inspection.
• Recording and Coding Guide for the Structure Inventory and Appraisal of the Nation’s Bridges.
• Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI).

Your Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting our Bridge/Tunnel Inspection Team Leads perform inspections in the field, entry of field data into specialized software, entry of data into Microsoft Word/Excel/Access and Bentley’s AssetWise, assembly of reports and other documents.
• Preparing detailed reports of inspection findings and recommendations.
• Tracking, scheduling, performing, and assisting with in-service inspections.
• Come join our Transportation Bridge Team and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique bridge projects.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Be a detail-oriented and highly organized individual demonstrating initiative and commitment.
• Strong math, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced in Microsoft computer applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Access).
• Out-of-town travel for inspections will average one to two weeks a month but may be longer during summer months.
• Works well in a team environment in both field and office assignments with the ability to adapt to changing work environments.
• Able to withstand high levels of physical exertion including walking, climbing, bending, carrying, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Prior to employment with Stantec you will be required to pass a pre-employment Drug/Alcohol screening.
• A team player who strives to provide quality work and meet project needs.

Required Education and Experience

• An associate’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from a college or university accredited by or determined as substantially equivalent by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
• Minimum of 0-5 years of experience in field engineering and/or construction.

Beneficial Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering from a college or university accredited by or determined as substantially equivalent by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
• Familiarity with structural systems, members, and forces.
• Experience with materials and deterioration of concrete, steel, and timber.
• AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting experience is a plus.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Primary Location : United States-Texas-Plano
• Other Locations : United States-Texas-Houston
• Organization : BC-2142 Transpt-US Texas
• Employee Status : Regular
• Job Level : Entry Level
• Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
• Schedule : Full-time
• Job Posting : Feb 2, 2024, 4:40:07 PM
• Req ID: 240000HD

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans