04506 - Supervisor SB

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia’s Careers division is seeking a hands-on Bridge Maintenance Supervisor to lead a work crew in repairing, maintaining, and replacing bridges and structures in line with VDOT specifications and safety standards. You will plan daily goals, coach the crew, and document progress, while ensuring quality and safety on every task.

The role requires strong carpentry, welding, and concrete finishing skills, plus proven leadership and the ability to work under demanding conditions.

Qualifications

• Lead a crew to repair, maintain and replace bridges per safety standards and VDOT specs.
• Coordinate carpentry, welding and concrete finishing tasks on structures.
• Direct emergency operations including temporary bridges and snow/ice removal.
• Apply environmental protection measures during maintenance and construction work.
• Operate and maintain equipment; perform preventive maintenance and manual labor.
• Uphold safety rules; train crew and maintain a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and train crew to meet objectives safely and on time.
• Plan daily work, monitor performance and document accomplishments.
• Perform skilled tasks in carpentry, welding and concrete finishing.
• Manage equipment operation and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/VOSHA and MUTCD requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Carpentry & welding

Bridge maintenance

Problem solving

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL certification

Tools

Equipment operation tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Hiring Range: $52971.00 to $86078.00

Full Time or Part Time: Full_Time

Additional Detail

Description for Candidates

• Supervise a work crew in the repair, maintenance and replacement of bridges and structures in accordance with established safety standards, VDOT specifications and procedures and equipment operational standards. Establish daily work goals, monitor performance, provide on-going coaching, and document and evaluate work accomplishments. To repair, maintain and replace bridges and structures in accordance with established safety standards, VDOT specifications and procedures, and equipment operation standards.
• Construction Operations: Perform a combination of skilled tasks to include 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 types of 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, Preventive Maintenance and Manual Labor: Perform a full range of bridge maintenance activities and tasks including equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and manual labor. Apply skill and specialized knowledge of equipment operation and bridge maintenance techniques, materials and specifications to perform tasks. Ensure safe and appropriate use and maintenance of equipment and tools.
• 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. Ensure workplace safety by identifying workplace hazards and making suggestions for improvement. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA/VOSHA, etc.) and train crew members on proper safety methods. Ensure equipment is used properly and safely. Oversee the maintenance of a clean, orderly and safe work environment.
• Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement. Wear personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA and VOSHA, etc.). Use equipment properly and safely. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work environment. Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
• Leadership: Assist Bridge Superintendent in developing and planning work schedules to obtain needed tools, equipment, materials and other resources needed to achieve work objectives. Assign daily work tasks to crew and monitor work performed to ensure projects are completed safely, on time and within budget. Monitor, inspect and document contractor performance to ensure contract compliance. Serve as back-up for Superintendent and represent the work area in meetings. Perform supervisory duties during emergency operations.
• Manual Labor: Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other tasks as needed to assist the team in accomplishing construction, repair and maintenance of timber, steel and concrete bridge elements and other structures.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools. Transport personnel, equipment and materials to and from various work sites. Ensure all equipment is properly and safely maintained. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
• Technical and Administrative Duties: Perform technical and administrative duties to facilitate and support efficient operations. Investigate, review and respond to complaints and update AMS. Assist with review and determination of repair and maintenance needs. Complete daily work reports including time, materials, and equipment, work performed and other administrative reports and correspondence as needed.
• Training and Development: Take proactive steps to ensure crew has the skills and abilities to meet business needs. Monitor crew performance to evaluate skill levels and identify opportunities for training and development. Conduct on-the-job training and recommend and coordinate additional training with superintendent. Provide on-going constructive feedback to crew members. Model proper methods, techniques, and safety practices for all aspects of the job at all times.

What will make you successful

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to complete reports and maintain records.
• Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to measure and lay out constructed elements on bridges and culverts.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Ability to plan work schedules and identify and assign manpower, materials, and equipment needed to accomplish the job.
• Ability to provide technical direction, guidance, and training to a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and manual laborers.
• Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
• Ability to read and to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work at heights, in heavy traffic, over and in water and under other adverse conditions.
• Ability to work at heights, over and, in water, in heavy traffic and other adverse conditions.
• Ability to work well individually and as a team member.
• Knowledge of basic inventory practices and procedures
• Knowledge of highway and bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials and safety practices.
• Knowledge of safety policies, procedures and programs applicable to highway and bridge maintenance work, equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of structure and bridge construction and maintenance methods, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures and ability to manage individual and team performance successfully.
• Skill in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing.
• Skill in fabricating steel components and welding.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light and medium equipment used for bridge maintenance and repair.
• Skill in the operation and use of light and medium-duty equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, etc.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the use of various carpentry tools, concrete forming and finishing methods, and fabricating steel components and welding.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to lead, direct and train others.
• Ability to obtain Flagger, Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certifications.
• Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, operate and maintain light and medium equipment used for bridge maintenance and repair.
• Considerable knowledge of safety policies, procedures and programs applicable to highway and bridge maintenance work, equipment and tools.
• Considerable skill in the use of various carpentry tools, concrete forming, finishing methods, fabricating steel components and welding.
• Knowledge of basic inventory practices and procedures and ability to complete reports and maintain records.
• Knowledge of structure, bridge construction and maintenance methods, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering, Construction, or related field desired.
• Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
• DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN).
• Experience in carpentry, concrete placement and finishing, and steel component fabrication. Experience leading, supervising and training
• Experience in inventory management
• Experience in the maintenance or construction of bridges and structures.
• Experience leading, supervising and training others.
• Experience supervising others and evaluating performance.
• Flagger.
• Valid Commercial Drivers license.

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.