Bridge Maintenance & Construction Operator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a skilled Construction/Bridge Maintenance Worker to repair, maintain, and replace bridges and structures in compliance with VDOT specifications and safety standards. You will perform carpentry, welding, concrete finishing, and operate highway equipment as part of a crew.

This role requires ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months, readiness for heavy manual labor, and capability to read plans and lay out elements.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• 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, over and, or in water, in heavy traffic 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 the operation and use of light and medium-duty equipment, as well as in the use of hand and power tools.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Construction Operations: Perform a combination of skilled tasks to include carpentry, welding and concrete finishing. Remove and install structural components to erect, replace or demolish structures.
• Emergency Operations: Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures. Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.
• Environmental Protection: Apply appropriate in-stream and environmental protection measures during all structural maintenance and construction activities.
• Equipment Operation: Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction related work tasks.
• Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement. Wear personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations (OSHA and VOSHA, etc.). Use equipment properly and safely. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work environment. Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
• Manual Labor: Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other tasks as needed to assist the team in accomplishing construction, repair and maintenance of timber, steel and concrete bridge elements and other structures.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools. Transport personnel, equipment and materials to and from various work sites. Ensure all equipment is properly and safely maintained. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.

Skills

CDL required

Strong communication

Heavy manual labor

Mathematical calculations

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Carpentry

Welding

Concrete finishing

Equipment operation

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a skilled Construction/Bridge Maintenance Worker to repair, maintain, and replace bridges and structures in compliance with VDOT specifications and safety standards. You will perform carpentry, welding, concrete finishing, and operate highway equipment as part of a crew.

This role requires ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months, readiness for heavy manual labor, and capability to read plans and lay out elements.