BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

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

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is hiring Bridge Maintainers for the Bedford area, with multiple levels (I-III) under the Department of Transportation. These semi-skilled to skilled positions perform bridge maintenance, repairs and construction tasks, with progression opportunities based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation is hourly, with Maintenance II and III offering higher pay bands. Local travel and CDL requirements apply, and a driver’s license is required for all levels.

Qualifications

• Bridge Maintainer I requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Bridge Maintainer II requires 1 year of education and experience after high school.
• Bridge Maintainer III requires 3 years of education/experience post high school, with at least 1 year as Maintainer II.

Responsibilities

• Bridge Maintainer I performs masonry, carpentry, welding and fabrication tasks and supports bridge maintenance crews.
• Bridge Maintainer II operates and maintains heavy equipment and assists in training Maintainer I.
• Bridge Maintainer III performs advanced construction tasks and may supervise crews in the absence of a supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience

Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Bridge Maintenance

9 Maintenance Way / Bedford, NH

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I, II or III

Position #20408

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

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

SUMMARY

Bridge Maintainer I

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

Bridge Maintainer II

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

Bridge Maintainer III

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.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information:

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes

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.

M INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency
• 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: Experience in bridge construction, carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment

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

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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 Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A or CDL-B) with tank and air brake endorsements

• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency
• 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: None

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

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

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

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.

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.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online, please contact Pamela Shore, Training and Recruitment Specialist, at [phone] or [e-mail]

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

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: