Maintenance Worker/Bridge Maintenance

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Maintenance Worker in the Bridge Maintenance group within the Department of Public Works. The role focuses on repair and replacement of guardrails, and requires operating light equipment and performing manual tasks on bridges and related structures.

Work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. A pre-employment physical and a valid driver’s license are required; this safety sensitive position may involve drug testing and readiness for

Qualifications

• Completion of 7th grade plus one (1) year of experience in municipal public works maintenance or construction, or any combination of experience and training providing required knowledge.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Position is a safety sensitive role subject to drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Repair and/or replacement of damaged guardrail systems.
• Operate light automotive equipment and maintenance tools as needed.
• Assist with vegetation removal near headwalls and slope protection.
• Perform manual work on bridges, culverts, and guardrail systems.
• Work as assigned by supervisor based on workload and department needs.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

7th grade education

Job description

Job Posting End Date:Department:PUBLIC WORKSCompensation Grade:Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $35,193.60 - $54,849.60Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40About Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Maintenance Worker. The selected candidate will join the Bridge Maintenance group with the Department of Public Works.The Maintenance Worker will perform the following duties:Repair and/or replacement of damaged guardrail systems.Occasionally operate light automotive equipment and specialized maintenance equipment, such as concrete saws, jackhammers, sandblasters, acetylene torches, etc.Assist with the removal of overgrown vegetation along headwalls, wing walls, and slope protection utilizing such equipment as weed eaters, chain saws, pole saws, and lawn mowers.Perform a variety of manual work to complete assigned tasks on bridge structures, culverts, and guardrail systems.Perform other job duties requiring the skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.A pre-employment physical is required.Must possess a valid driver’s license.This position is ALPHA I and may require working during inclement weather (e.g., snow, flooding & hurricanes, etc.).The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays, and leave.This job posting is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Once candidates have been selected for all available positions, the posting will close.Additional requirements:DMV Transcript: YesCDL: NoDrug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: NoCPS Check: NoPhysical: YesRespirator: NoPsychological Screening: NoPolygraph: NoAt Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Completion of 7th grade plus one (1) year of experience in fields, such as municipal public works maintenance or construction, utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. May require a valid driver’s license. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P11910.pdfOfficial Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.