Description
Job Summary
To repair, maintain, and replace bridges and structures in accordance with established safety standards, specifications, procedures, and equipment operation standards.
How You Will Contribute:
Construction Operations: Perform a combination of skilled tasks including carpentry, welding, and concrete finishing. Remove and install structural components to erect, replace, or demolish structures.
Emergency Operations: Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures. Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.
Environmental Protection: Apply appropriate in-stream and environmental protection measures during all structural maintenance and construction activities.
Equipment Operation: Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction-related work tasks.
Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and suggest improvements. Wear personal protective equipment. Maintain current knowledge of OSHA and other safety standards. Follow safety regulations and apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, and work zones. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Manual Labor: Participate as a working crew member to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other tasks to assist in construction, repair, and maintenance of timber, steel, and concrete bridge elements.
Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools. Transport personnel, equipment, and materials to and from work sites. Complete pre-trip inspections for vehicles and equipment.
What Will Make You Successful:
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to obtain a valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment (and maintain thereafter).
Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
Proficiency in mathematical calculations for measuring and laying out bridge and culvert construction elements.
Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.
Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work at heights, over/in water, in heavy traffic, and under adverse conditions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of bridge and highway maintenance methods, equipment, materials, and safety practices.
Skilled in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing.
Skilled in steel fabrication and welding.
Skilled in the operation of light and medium-duty equipment (dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, etc.).
Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment (and maintain thereafter).
Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
Ability to complete mathematical calculations for bridge and culvert layout.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
Ability to work at heights, over/in water, in heavy traffic, and in adverse conditions.
Knowledge of bridge and highway maintenance methods, materials, and safety practices.
Safety shoes required.
Skills in carpentry, concrete finishing, welding, and operation of light/medium-duty equipment and tools.
Additional Considerations:
Training, experience, or education in construction or a related field.
Experience in steel fabrication and welding.
Experience in bridge maintenance or construction.
Experience in carpentry, form building, falsework, and concrete placement.
Experience with light/medium-duty equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
Flagger certification.
Valid Certified Crane Operator license with endorsements.
Valid CDL with endorsements.
