Night-Shift Drawbridge Operator & Safety Liaison

County of Volusia; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

County of Volusia is seeking a part-time Bridgetender for the Road & Bridge Division to operate and maintain a draw bridge, ensuring safe passage of water traffic under United States Coast Guard regulations and Florida statutes.

The candidate must be able to work midnight to 8:00 am with rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, complete bridge logs, and communicate via VHF Marine radio. Swimming and climbing bridge stairs and ladders are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of the 8th grade.
• Preferred: bridge tending experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lookout for boats and operate bridge per signals and regulations.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical devices to ensure proper functioning.
• Summon assistance for mechanical repairs as needed.
• Turn bridge lights on/off and replace fuses as required.
• Maintain logs and reports of bridge openings and activities.
• Respond to emergency situations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bridge operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

8th grade completion

Job description

County of Volusia is seeking a part-time Bridgetender for the Road & Bridge Division to operate and maintain a draw bridge, ensuring safe passage of water traffic under United States Coast Guard regulations and Florida statutes.

The candidate must be able to work midnight to 8:00 am with rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, complete bridge logs, and communicate via VHF Marine radio. Swimming and climbing bridge stairs and ladders are required.