Bridge Maintenance & Construction Technician (CDL)

Virginia Department of Transportation; Martinsville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled construction worker to repair, maintain and replace bridges and structures in accordance with safety standards and VDOT procedures. You will perform carpentry, welding and concrete finishing, remove and install structural components, and support emergency operations such as temporary bridge placement and debris removal.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months,

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain 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, 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.
• 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.
• Safety shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry, welding and concrete finishing; remove and install structural components.
• Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures; support emergency operations.
• Apply in-stream and environmental protection measures during work.
• Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure site safety, follow OSHA/VDOT rules, and maintain clean work areas.
• Participate as a working crew member; perform manual labor on bridges and related structures.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools; conduct pre-trip inspections.

Skills

Communication

CDL

CDL & DOT card

Heavy manual labor

Mathematical calculations

Equipment maintenance

Reading instructions

Work at heights

Teamwork

Safety practices

Carpentry

Concrete forming

Welding

Light/medium equipment

Hand and power tools

Driver's License

Tools

Crane operation

Job description

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled construction worker to repair, maintain and replace bridges and structures in accordance with safety standards and VDOT procedures. You will perform carpentry, welding and concrete finishing, remove and install structural components, and support emergency operations such as temporary bridge placement and debris removal.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months,