BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

State of New Hampshire

New Hampshire

On-site

USD 45,645,000 - 75,676,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, seeks Bridge Maintainer I, II or III for full-time vacancies in Lancaster, NH. Compensation ranges are listed per level, with opportunities for advancement and compliance with DOT standards.

Positions require valid licenses, MVR checks, and adherence to safety procedures; responsibilities include masonry, carpentry, welding, and heavy equipment operation in bridge maintenance contexts.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent credential; valid driver’s license; MVR must meet agency standards.
Bridge Maintainer II requires 1 year of education and experience after high school; CDL-B and negative pre-employment drug screen.
Bridge Maintainer III requires 3 years of education and experience post-high school; CDL-A or CDL-B with endorsements; CDL and MVR requirements.

Responsibilities

Bridge Maintainer I performs semi-skilled bridge construction and assists others in maintenance and repairs.
Bridge Maintainer II performs semi-skilled and skilled bridge construction; operates and maintains heavy equipment; may supervise Bridge Maintainer I.
Bridge Maintainer III performs advanced bridge construction and supervises others; assists supervisor in training; ensures safety and compliance.

Skills

High school diploma

Valid driver’s license

MVR standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Bridge Maintenance

11 Middle Street / Lancaster, NH

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I, II or III

Position #21609

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.

NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT

Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire.

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

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

Bridge Maintainer I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.

Bridge Maintainer II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements:
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.

Bridge Maintainer III

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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
Other Requirements:
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: No Yes

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.

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.

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 additional information contact Andrew Hall, Administrator, at 603-271-3667 or Bureau26@dot.nh.gov .

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:

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.

See this link for 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: