Bridge Tender (21738) Merritt Island, FL

Bridge Tender (21738)Requisition ID 21738 - Posted 04/07/2025 Job Description Print PreviewApply Save Job Email Job to Friend Return to List

Department: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Organizational Unit: Roadway and Bridge (50000074)

Open Until Filled. Brevard County is an EEO/VP employer

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

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$14.66 thourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area/Merritt Island/Mather's Bridge. Part-time/up to 24 hours per week. This is a floater position and the work schedule is variable, covering a variety of shifts on an as-needed basis, and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs unskilled service work in the operation and minor maintenance of County drawbridges.

REQUIREMENTS: No formal education or experience is required. Experience in the operation of bridges is preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to successfully pass, within thirty (30) days of employment, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) bridge operation test. Must successfully pass, within twelve (12) months of employment, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) bridge operation test. Applicants must have some knowledge of the operation of two-way radios; the ability to learn, understand, and apply Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and United States Coast Guard (USCG) standards governing the operation of swing bridges; and the ability to maintain daily logs, records, and reports. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

• The employee must be able to:
• LIFT: 30 lbs.
• CARRY: 30 lbs.
• PUSH: 30 lbs.
• PULL: 30 lbs.
• In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
• STAND: 3 – 5 hours
• WALK: 3 – 5 hours
• SIT: 3 – 5 hours
• DRIVE: None
• The employee must repetitively perform:
• Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
• The employee must be able to:
• Balance; Bend; Climb; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
• The employee must have:
• Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
• Other necessary physical activities/traits
• N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
• At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With feet, legs or hands in water; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside
• Other working conditions:
• N/A

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $14.66 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Merritt Island, FL 32952 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Merritt Island, FL 32952: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $15