Bridge Maintenance & Construction Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation; Louisa (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Bridge/Construction Worker to repair, maintain, and replace bridges and structures in accordance with safety standards and VDOT procedures. You will perform carpentry, welding, concrete finishing, and operate light to medium equipment on job sites, while ensuring proper safety practices and coordination with crews.

This is a hands-on role with heavy physical requirements. Pre-employment checks and training may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to measure and lay out constructed elements on bridges and culverts.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Ability to work at heights, in heavy traffic, over and in water, and under other adverse conditions.
• Knowledge of highway and bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials, and safety practices.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing, and welding.
• Skill in operating and using light and medium-duty equipment. Skill in using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry, welding, and concrete finishing. Remove and install structural components to erect, replace or demolish structures.
• Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures; operate equipment for snow and ice removal; clear roadways and manage traffic control.
• Apply in-stream and environmental protection measures during maintenance and construction activities.
• Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction tasks.
• Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques; wear PPE; follow OSHA/VOSHA safety rules; use MUTCD guidance.
• Participate as a working crew member; perform manual labor to assist in construction, repair and maintenance of timber, steel and concrete bridge elements.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment; transport personnel, equipment and materials; complete pre-trip inspections.

Skills

CDL/DOT card

Heavy manual labor

Bridge maintenance

Math measurements

Equipment maintenance

Safety awareness

Carpentry

Concrete finishing

Welding

Tools operation

Hand/power tools

Equipment operation

Job description

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Bridge/Construction Worker to repair, maintain, and replace bridges and structures in accordance with safety standards and VDOT procedures. You will perform carpentry, welding, concrete finishing, and operate light to medium equipment on job sites, while ensuring proper safety practices and coordination with crews.

This is a hands-on role with heavy physical requirements. Pre-employment checks and training may be required.