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Bridge Inspector 1-4
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A Transportation Inspector inspects equipment and cargo to ensure the safe transport of people and goods.
$69,766 / year median in Louisiana
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Bridge Inspector 1-4 DOTD-Engineering & Operations Bossier City, LA Job Details $16.03
- $24.
- $4,999.00 Monthly Location Bossier City, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 4/50468853/BI1-4/8.12.26-KB Department DOTD-Engineering & Operations Division District 4
- Bossier City Opening Date 08/12/2026 Closing Date 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job DOTD Bridge Inspection is regarded as one of the most important positions in the Department.
Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
Prepares the appropriate forms and reports regarding each bridge inspected and incorporates these into files on each bridge to include comprehensive measurements, photographs, sketches and documentation of bridge deficiencies and conditions. Serves as an agency representative in meetings with local, state and federal government officials. Prepares written reports or makes oral presentations to outside entities. Makes technical sketches and photographs of damage to bridge structures and may recommend necessary repairs. Transmits reports to bridge owners utilizing the latest software (Inspect X). Reviews deficiencies and conditions of off-system bridges with bridge owners. Conducts in-depth inspections of new and existing on-system and off-system bridges in an assigned area. Reviews and prepares written reports for the Bridge Inspection Engineer (Engineer 6) to document findings and to recommend corrective actions.Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational or Promotional Career Progression:
This position may be filled as a Bridge Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4.Work Schedule:
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday- Friday.
Compensation:
Bridge Inspector 1- Starting salary is $16.03/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Bridge Inspector 2
- Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Bridge Inspector 3
- Starting salary is $19.63/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Bridge Inspector 4
- Starting salary is $24.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact: Chad Hatten DOTD-District 04 Bridge Engineer 6 318-549-8337 DOTDEMPLOYEES
Refer to the appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. "The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type." Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
- Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement
- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works).