BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

The State of New Hampshire; New Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is hiring Bridge Maintainers I–III for the Bureau of Bridge Maintenance in New Hampton, NH. This full‑time posting includes three pay levels: I ($15.93–$20.80/hr), II ($17.81–$23.39/hr), III ($19.96–$26.41/hr).

Roles cover skilled and semi‑skilled bridge work with supervisory duties at level III. Minimum qualifications vary by level: I requires a high school diploma; II requires 1 year post‑high school education/experience with a valid license; III requires 3 years in

Qualifications

• I: High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; MVR meets standards.
• II: 1 year post-high-school education/experience; valid driver’s license; MVR; negative drug screen.
• III: 3 years post-high-school in carpentry/bridge-related fields; CDL with tank and air brake endorsements; MVR; negative drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Performs masonry, carpentry, welding, and steel fabrication as part of bridge work.
• Assists in maintenance, repairs, and construction; supports safety inspections.
• Operates heavy tools; works in high‑risk environments; follows PPE and safety rules.
• Supervises when required and supports training of lower‑level Maintainers.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Negative drug screen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year post-high-school education/experience

3 years post-high-school education/experience in specified fields

Tools

CDL-B

Tank endorsement

Air brake endorsement

CDL-A

Job description

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III (Job ID: 53061)

State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, 98 State DOT Drive / New Hampton, NH.

Position #: 20374. Full-time vacancy for Bridge Maintainer I, II, or III.

Salary: Bridge Maintainer I $15.93–$20.80 per hour; Bridge Maintainer II $17.81–$23.39 per hour; Bridge Maintainer III $19.96–$26.41 per hour.

Contract type: Full time, permanent.

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.

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: Criteria: 47203002BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 3)

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.
• 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: Criteria: 47203003BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 4)

Bridge Maintainer III

• Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. 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:
  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.
• 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: None

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, environmental 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 (PPE).
• 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

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

• 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)

Additional Resources

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].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964