Bridge Maintenance Crew Leader - Poplar Bluff

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri, MoDOT, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, seeks a Bridge Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise crews repairing and painting bridges in the state highway system, under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities include leading routine and emergency repairs, setting falsework, painting, scaffolding, training staff on work zone setup and safety, and managing traffic control devices with a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED; CDL class A with interstate status; pass physical and respirator tests; may require overhead welder certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge maintenance crews in routine and emergency repairs; set up falsework; supervise painting and surface cleaning of bridges; train staff on work zone setup and safety; manage traffic control devices and flagging.

Skills

Leadership

Class A CDL

Safety training

Maintenance experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welder certification

Job description

Application Deadline: 10/04/2026

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Poplar Bluff, MO

Why you'll love this position

The bridge maintenance crew leader leads bridge maintenance crews in the repair and painting of bridges in the state highway system. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

• Leads crew in routine maintenance/repair and emergency repairs of bridges, including setting falsework to support bridge to carry traffic while repairs are performed.
• Leads crew in the painting and surface cleaning of structural steel bridges, the hanging of scaffolds and safety lines, and the handling and transporting of hazardous waste.
• Trains or assists in training employees in work zone set up, proper flagging techniques, traffic control procedures, personal safety, and equipment operation.
• Operates vehicles to transport crew, equipment, and materials to job site.
• Sets up or ensures the correct set up of traffic control devices such as signs, flags, cones, and arrow boards; performs flagging responsibilities for traffic through work zone.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with no air brake restriction and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted Interstate [NI]).
• Employee will be required to pass a cardiopulmonary function test yearly, attend training on the use of respirators, and pass a respirator fit test every six months.
• May require certification as a welder in the overhead position and appropriate methods.
• Five years of experience in roadway or bridge maintenance.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a pension plan, paid leave and holidays, health insurance coverage and educational assistance. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values.

Deadline to apply for this position is at 11:55 p.m. the night of closing.

If you have questions about this position please contact: [e-mail]

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.