Bridge Coating Inspectors at Greenman-Pedersen Inc in Kalamazoo, Michigan

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GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/D/V



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In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

Job Description



GPI is seeking highly qualified Bridge Coatings Inspectors to work on various projects throughout Michigan. Experience working with Department of Transportation agencies is a major plus. Work is anticipated to start in early Spring/mid-summer of 2024.


Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!


GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com



Responsibilities:

• Physically inspect, accept, and/or reject work performed as detailed by contract specifications or applicable codes.


• Prepare daily inspection reports on conditions, progress, weather, and acceptability of work.


• Oversight of containment systems, waste collection, storage, and disposal.


• Review and reporting of Maintenance of Traffic may be required.


• Extended travel and travel to multiple job sites may be required.


• Some assignments may include night shifts.


• Some assignments may involve working from elevated surfaces, necessitating the use of fall protection equipment.

• Only AMPP CIP Levels 1, 2, or 3 or BCI Level 1 Certified Coatings Inspectors will be considered.


• Lead training preferred (C - 3 Lead Competent Person).


• Bridge experience is preferred. Structural steel coatings experience is required.


• OSHA 10 training is required.


• Physical capacity to monitor construction work within arms-length distance is required.


• Preferred candidates will demonstrate expertise in working with a diverse range of complex bridge structures, encompassing riveted steel connections, lattice work, steel superstructures, trusses, cable-stayed bridges, arches, suspension bridges, tub girders, pedestrian structures, plate girder bridges, and similar architectural elements.

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration


• Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site


• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language


• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members


• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours


• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)


• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'


• Able to operate a mechanical aerial lift or bucket truck up to a height of 100 feet


• Able to wear and operate personal fall arresting apparatus, and work at a height of 6' or higher


• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working


• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds