Public Works Bridge Carpenter

Douglas-County,-or; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-family benefits

PERS/OPSRP retirement

Childcare discount for employees

Union representation

Job summary

Douglas County Public Works in Oregon is seeking a bridge maintenance worker for construction and routine maintenance duties. The role involves operating bridge equipment and performing manual tasks across a variety of structures.

The position requires a valid Oregon Class A CDL with tank and air brake endorsements, two years of related experience, and the ability to read plans and follow specifications. Regular attendance and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in bridge maintenance and construction or operation of heavy road maintenance equipment.
• Valid Oregon Class A commercial driver's license with tank and air brake endorsements required.
• Ability to read plans and follow specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build forms for concrete abutments, piers, decks and slabs; assist in pouring, vibrating and finishing concrete.
• Cut, bend and place metal reinforcement.
• Construct carpentry items such as office furniture and storage structures.
• Operate medium to heavy equipment (boom truck, flat bed, compressors) and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Perform repair and maintenance on assigned equipment.

Skills

Bridge maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Douglas County Public Works

Full time positions available with competitive full-family benefit package. PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings.

Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist.

This position is eligible for representation by the TEAMSTERS LOCAL UNION No. 223

Job Summary:

This position performs duties associated with bridge construction and maintenance; operates and performs routine maintenance on bridge equipment; performs manual tasks.

Essential Functions:

This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

• Build forms for concrete abutments, piers, decks and slabs; assist in pouring, vibrating and finishing concrete.
• Cut, bend and place metal reinforcement.
• Build a wide variety of items utilizing finish to rough carpentry skills, such as: office workstations and related furniture to storage sheds, buildings.
• Operate medium to heavy sized equipment, such as: boom truck, flat bed truck, compressor and related bridge equipment. May, on an infrequent basis, operate other road maintenance equipment. Load and safely transport equipment and materials. Perform pre-trip inspections.
• Perform repair on assigned equipment; includes minor maintenance and servicing, etc.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:

• Two years experience in bridge maintenance and construction or operation heavy road maintenance equipment

Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of equipment, materials, practices and procedures used in maintenance and construction of wooden, steel and concrete bridges; considerable knowledge of finish to rough carpentry; considerable knowledge of minor repair of equipment; thorough knowledge of safety procedures; reasonable knowledge of the traffic laws and safety rules governing operations of motor vehicles and equipment on public roads. Skill in: Performing specialized work; performing maintenance on equipment; safe operation of vehicles, equipment and tools used in area of responsibility; safe operation of equipment under adverse conditions. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; ability to work from plans, specifications and re-enforcing steel details; estimate time and materials and manage time efficiently; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, contractors, vendors and the public.

Required

• At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon Class A commercial drivers license with tank and air brake endorsements.
• Regular and consistent attendance

While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check as part of a contingent offer of employment.

Employment is contingent upon a pre-employment drug screen. Presence of non-prescribed drugs, including marijuana, on drug screen results will result in disqualification pursuant to the County's drug and alcohol policy. To determine if physically qualified to perform the essential functions, employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory results of a post-offer medical and hearing exam conducted at county expense.

DRIVING RECORD:

Applicants selected for interview will be required to bring to the interview a CERTIFIED COURT PRINT driving history obtained from DMV. Please allow 5-7 days for delivery; out of state allow two weeks.

An unacceptable driving record for employment is defined in the Douglas County Driver Policy Standard Operation of Vehicles #5.

Please review the position classification.

Questions? Contact Human Resources by e-mail at [e-mail] or ph: [phone]

Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity

If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.