BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

The State of New Hampshire; Allenstown (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription

Dental Plan at minimal cost

State retirement plan

Paid holidays and generous leave

Wellness incentive program

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire's Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, is seeking Bridge Maintainer I-III for the Allenstown area. This full-time role supports semi-skilled and skilled bridge construction and maintenance, with supervision responsibilities at higher levels as needed.

Salary ranges are hourly: Maintainer I $15.93–$20.80; II $17.81–$23.39; III $19.96–$26.41. A valid driver's license and pre-employment screening are required. Apply to NH DOT.

Qualifications

• I: High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; MVR must meet minimum standards.
• II: 1 year education/experience post-high school; valid driver’s license; pre-employment urinalysis and DOT requirements.
• III: 3 years education/experience post-high school; CDL-A or CDL-B with tank and air brake endorsements; MVR and drug screen requirements.

Responsibilities

• Bridge Maintainer I: perform masonry, carpentry, welding, and bridge component work; assist in traffic control and safety inspections; operate tools and PPE.
• Bridge Maintainer II: operate and maintain heavy bridge construction equipment; assist in training Bridge Maintainer I; ensure safety and environmental controls.
• Bridge Maintainer III: perform advanced masonry and structural work; supervise Maintainer I/II; respond to inquiries; ensure safety and compliance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year education and experience (Bridge Maintainer II)

3 years education and experience (Bridge Maintainer III)

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

Job Title

Bridge Maintainer I - III

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Bridge Maintenance

269 River Road / Allenstown, NH

Employment Type: FULL-TIME

Salary

• Bridge Maintainer I: $15.93/hour - $20.80/hour
• Bridge Maintainer II: $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour
• Bridge Maintainer III: $19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

Location: US:NH:ALLENSTOWN

Summary

To perform semi-skilled bridge construction work, assisting other bridge maintainers in maintenance, repairs, and construction associated with bridge maintenance activities.

To perform semi-skilled and skilled bridge construction work, assisting other bridge maintainers in maintenance, repairs, and construction associated with bridge maintenance activities.

To perform skilled bridge construction and maintenance duties assisting and supervising work performed by other bridge maintainers and acts as crew supervisor in the absence of the Bridge Construction Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Bridge Maintainer I

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent credential
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

Career Advancement Opportunities – Bridge Maintainer I

• Criteria: 47203002BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 3)
• For promotion from the 47-2030 Carpenters-2 job title to the 47-2030 Carpenters-3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied .

Bridge Maintainer II

• Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements:
  1. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency
  2. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications – Bridge Maintainer II

• Experience in bridge construction, carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment

Career Advancement Opportunities – Bridge Maintainer II

• Criteria: 47203003BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 4)
• For promotion from the 47-2030 Carpenters-3 job title to the 47-2030 Carpenters-4 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

Bridge Maintainer III

• Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment, with at least 1 year as a Bridge Maintainer II or equivalent.
• License/Certification: Valid Driver’s License (CDL-A or CDL-B) with tank and air brake endorsements.
• Other Requirements:
  1. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
  2. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

Career Advancement Opportunities – Bridge Maintainer III

• Criteria: 47203004BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 5)
• For promotion from the 47-2030 Carpenters-4 job title to the 47-2030 Carpenters-5 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

After-Hire Requirements – Bridge Maintainer II

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year

After-Hire Requirements – Bridge Maintainer III

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year

Disclaimers

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities – Bridge Maintainer I

• Performs masonry, carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, and reinforcement of steel and bridge components.
• Assists in work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, safety and security inspections, assembly and installation of temporary bridges such as Bailey Bridges, and maintenance of moveable span bridges.
• Assists in the use of rigging slings, scaffolds, and staging for safe lifting of material and equipment for repair, painting and construction purposes.
• Understands and applies procedures related to work zone safety, health, personnel rules, and hazardous material. Properly uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Works continuously in dangerous environment which includes high speed traffic, night work, hazardous materials, heights, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, various river conditions, and disaster situations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
• Operates heavy pneumatic tools, sometimes in restricted movement areas, working overhead, lifting and placing heavy materials. Climbs and works from scaffolds high above the ground.
• Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Responsibilities – Bridge Maintainer II

• Performs masonry, carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, reinforcement of steel and bridge components, and safety and security inspections.
• Operates and maintains heavy complex bridge construction equipment and machines to construct and maintain bridges and other facilities.
• Applies knowledge of work zone traffic control, environment controls for wetlands, assembly and installation of temporary bridges such as Bailey Bridges, and maintenance of moveable span bridges.
• Assists in the use of rigging slings, scaffolds, and staging for safe lifting of material and equipment for repair, painting and construction projects.
• Understands and applies procedures related to work zone safety, health, personnel rules, and hazardous material. Properly uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Assists in training and supervising Bridge Maintainer I and Laborer positions on methods of bridge construction, maintenance and repair.
• Works continuously in dangerous environment which includes high speed traffic, night work, hazardous materials, heights, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, various river conditions, and disaster situations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
• Operates heavy pneumatic tools sometimes in restricted movement areas, working overhead, lifting and placing heavy materials. Climbs and works from scaffolds high above the ground.
• Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Responsibilities – Bridge Maintainer III

• Performs advanced masonry, specialized carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, reinforcement of steel and bridge components, and safety and security inspections.
• Operates and maintains heavy complex bridge construction equipment and machines to construct and maintain bridges and other facilities.
• Applies knowledge of proper use of transit, work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, assembly and installation of temporary bridges such as Bailey Bridges, and operation and maintenance of moveable span bridges.
• Devises the use of rigging slings, scaffolds, and staging for safe lifting of material and equipment for repair, painting and construction purposes.
• Understands and applies procedures related to work zone safety, health, personnel rules, and hazardous material. Properly uses Personal Protective Equipment.
• Assists Bridge Construction Supervisor in training other Bridge Maintainers and Laborers on methods of bridge construction, maintenance and repair, and proper safety procedures.
• Works continuously in dangerous environment which includes high speed traffic, night work, hazardous materials, heights, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, various river conditions, and disaster situations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
• Operates heavy pneumatic tools sometimes in restricted movement areas, working overhead, lifting and placing heavy materials. Climbs and works from scaffolds high above the ground.
• Responds to questions from other state employees or members of the general public; obtains and exchanges information, and refers inquiries to the appropriate source when appropriate.
• Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Benefits

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
• The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• *Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• * Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• *State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• *Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• *$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• *Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
• Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
• Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
• https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

Additional Information

For assists creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)-271-8025 or at [e-mail]

For additional information contact Andrew Hall, Administrator, at 603-271-3667 or [e-mail].

EOE

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