Bridge Inspector Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the bridge inspector position.

Previously, I was responsible for assistance, as needed, to District Bridge Safety Inspection Program Manager to address issues, ensure compliance and program administration duties.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Working knowledge of steel bridge paint inspection principles, practices, methods and tests
• Be a Maryland resident
• Available to work variable locations and shifts as needed
• Secondary education in engineering related studies preferred
• CN USOR and OTS certified
• Fall Protection and Rescue certified
• Experienced in EPI, BCS and SAP
• CDOT Inspector certification, concrete, asphalt, erosion control, traffic control

I am excited to be applying for the position of bridge inspector. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for single-point field inspection of subcontractor’s work representing the Construction Manager in the field.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Continuously inspect the staging area for safety and general housekeeping
• Monitor and control entry of trucks to the weigh bridge
• Basic computer literacy (Preferably Excel, Outlook and Word) interacting with user interfaces)
• Basic understanding of vehicles and road regulations
• Possession of a valid Drivers’ license and PrDP will be an added advantage
• NICET Level I / II / III / IV certification, Highway Construction Inspection
• A current NICET Highway / Bridge Construction Certification, Level II (or NICET II equivalent)
• MS Office (Word/Excel/ Outlook) skills

I am excited to be applying for the position of bridge inspector. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for inspection and testing services on roadway and/or bridge construction projects.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Some days will be spent in the field assisting an Inspection Team Leader complete inspections of bridges, culverts, noise walls, retaining walls, sign structures
• And some days will be spent in the office working in MicroStation and structural analysis/design software to design bridges and transportation related structures
• Civil Engineering Technology diploma
• Knowledge of Book 7
• Experience conducting OSIM and MBADES Inspections
• Can demonstrate high confidence in design/drafting standards, practice and techniques
• High proficiency with AutoCAD, Microstation
• Demonstrates strong problem solving and decision making abilities

I am excited to be applying for the position of bridge inspector. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for thorough review of bridge inspection reports including field review of the inspection teams.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Trained in personal fall protection, rope-access techniques & rescue
• Experience working with Bridge rehabilitation preferred
• A respirator fit test and blood lead test will be conducted prior to reporting to the field for assignments
• Elementary knowledge of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, english and introductory knowledge of basic civil engineering principles
• Proficient with clerical and statistical work requiring application of basic engineering knowledge in all areas above and able to prepare necessary reports
• State of Maryland resident
• Participate in bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load calculations
• Support the bridge design group and other disciplines by applying structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of structural designs

In response to your job posting for bridge inspector, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight and leadership in establishing, implementing and maintaining bridge engineering and technical standards and practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• NY State Thruway Authority or NY State Department of Transportation experience
• A current NICET Highway / Bridge Construction Certification, Level III (or NICET III Equivalent)
• Thorough knowledge of specifications and standards, acceptable construction practices, materials, methods, and equipment used in segmental bridge construction and engineering
• Current and Active FDOT CTQP certificates and working knowledge of FDOT specifications
• Prior FDOT experience preferred
• Preferred certifications ACI level 1, NETTCP CI, NETTCP HMAPI, and ATSSA-TCS certificates are highly desirable
• Experience with concrete and steel bridge rehabilitation, and pavement preservation projects preferred
• Existing status as an NBIS bridge inspection Team Leader