BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

The State of New Hampshire; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, has a full-time vacancy for Bridge Maintainer I – III. Location: 9 Maintenance Way, Bedford, NH. The role spans masonry, carpentry, welding, and heavy equipment operation with increasing responsibilities by level.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. A competitive benefits package accompanies the position.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience needed per level as described in the posting.
• Valid driver’s license required for all levels.
• CDL may be required for advanced roles at higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform masonry, carpentry, welding and fabrication for bridges.
• Assist in work zone traffic control and safety inspections.
• Operate heavy construction tools and equipment as assigned.
• Elevate safety, environmental and risk standards in daily tasks.

Skills

Masonry

Carpentry

Welding

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

1 year education/experience after high school

3+ years post-high school education/experience in relevant fields

Job description

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III (Job ID: 53766)

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]

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, has a full-time vacancy for Bridge Maintainer I – III.

Location: 9 Maintenance Way / Bedford, NH

Job salary ranges:

• 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

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

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: MVR must meet the minimum standards; Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements

Bridge Maintainer III

• Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school, 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
• Other Requirements: MVR must meet the minimum standards; Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen

Responsibilities for 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
• 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 for 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
• 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 for 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
• 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

Total Compensation Information

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

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits (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)
• View details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• Other Benefits:
• 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)
• 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

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964