What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Bridge Inspector III position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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8/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603835
Transportation Bridge Inspector III
Pay Grade 16
Salary
$5,686.20 - $6,535.44 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
8310 Westport Rd
Louisville, KY 40242 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery. To provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Bridge Inspector III in Jefferson County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform routine bridge inspections and train other bridge inspectors.
Summary Of Responsibilities
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify .
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High School graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Nine years of bridge inspection experience with four of those years performing Non-Redundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM) bridge inspections.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Licensure as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors with four and half years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education. An Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited bachelor's degree in engineering with six years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education. An ABET accredited associate's degree in engineering technology with eight years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, FHWA Stream Stability and Scour Training Course, FHWA Nonredundant Steel Tension Member Training Course, FHWA Plan of Action for Scour Critical Bridges Training Course, and National Certified Bridge Inspector (Qualified Inspection Team Lead). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to bridge construction sites, including extreme temperatures, heights, and working in and over water which may require the following of safety procedures.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kaleta Duffie at kaleta.duffie@ky.gov or 502-764-0085.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
8/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603835
Transportation Bridge Inspector III
Pay Grade 16
Salary
$5,686.20 - $6,535.44 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
8310 Westport Rd
Louisville, KY 40242 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery. To provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Bridge Inspector III in Jefferson County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform routine bridge inspections and train other bridge inspectors.
Summary Of Responsibilities
- Quality assurance of bridge inspectors and consultants.
- Coordinate and assign monthly bridge inspections.
- Coordinate, lead and perform non-redundant steel tension member bridge inspections that require rope access.
- Verify bridge postings.
- Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings.
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Employee wellness programs.
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify .
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High School graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Nine years of bridge inspection experience with four of those years performing Non-Redundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM) bridge inspections.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Licensure as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors with four and half years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education. An Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited bachelor's degree in engineering with six years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education. An ABET accredited associate's degree in engineering technology with eight years of bridge inspection experience (four of those years as a National Certified Bridge Inspector) will substitute for the required experience and education.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, FHWA Stream Stability and Scour Training Course, FHWA Nonredundant Steel Tension Member Training Course, FHWA Plan of Action for Scour Critical Bridges Training Course, and National Certified Bridge Inspector (Qualified Inspection Team Lead). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to bridge construction sites, including extreme temperatures, heights, and working in and over water which may require the following of safety procedures.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kaleta Duffie at kaleta.duffie@ky.gov or 502-764-0085.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $5,686 - $6,535