LIFT BRIDGE WORKER I - II

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Division of Operations/Bureau of Bridge Maintenance

Portsmouth, NH

Lift Bridge Worker I $14.40/hour- $18.46/hour

This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $13.98 per hour

Lift Bridge Worker II $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour

This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $17.19 per hour

• Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date
  

Up to 29.5 hours per week

Multiple Positions

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Division of Operations, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance has several part time vacancies for Lift Bridge Worker I - II.

Summary :

Lift Bridge Worker I : To perform responsible work in the operating of mechanical and electronic lift bridge gates on the Memorial Bridge, Sarah Mildred Long Bridge, Hampton River Bridge and/or the Little Harbor Bridge to control both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. On occasion, will be required to supervise part-time Lift Bridge Worker I's.

Lift Bridge Worker II : To perform responsible work in the operating of mechanical and electronic lift bridge gates on the Memorial Bridge, Sarah Mildred Long Bridge, Hampton River Bridge and/or the Little Harbor Bridge to control both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Performs the duties of a Lift Bridge Worker III in his/her absence.

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER I:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.

Experience: Three months’ work experience, preferable in machine operations.

License/Certification: None required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Department of Transportation’s Policy on Safety Sensitive Positions. Participates in drug and alcohol testing program for safety sensitive positions at the Department of Transportation.

2. Must have ability to climb and work from ladders or scaffolds and must be physically able to remove snow. Must be able to maintain and operate snow blowers.

3. All accountabilities must be performed in accordance with State and Department rules and policies, including risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations and administrative orders.

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER II:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: One year of experience as a Lift Bridge Worker, industrial crane or hoist operator, or in one of the following fields: construction, industrial/manufacturing, maritime, mechanical or heavy equipment/vehicle repair.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Candidates must complete the lift operation training program, pass the lift bridge operation written test administered by the Department of Transportation, and pass a practical exam at the controls of the bridge(s) assigned within three (3) months of appointment to this position.

2. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Department of Transportation’s Policy on Safety Sensitive Positions. Participates in drug and alcohol testing program for safety sensitive positions at the Department of Transportation.

3. Must have ability to climb and work from ladders or scaffolds and must be physically able to remove snow. Must be able to maintain and operate snow blowers.

4. All accountabilities must be performed in accordance with State and Department rules and policies, including risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations and administrative orders.

Responsibilities:

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER I:

Maintains a constant watch by sight and ear for signals from approaching vessels and stops traffic with either electronic or mechanical gates, or by flagging. Maintains communications with supervisor via portable radio when bridge lift is taking place and notifies other Lift Bridge Workers of any bridge related issues as appropriate.

Removes snow from lift span of bridge and from sidewalks, catwalks, or parking areas as directed and salts or sands as required.

Removes rubbish or debris from walks and roadway of bridge daily. Stocks supplies needed to maintain the lift bridge workers’ houses and maintain the same.

Paints and maintains lift bridge workers’ houses as required. Paints bridge rail and other areas as directed. Assists and/or makes minor repairs to the bridge, provides traffic control for maintenance crew, reports repair needs, and provides assistance in performing repairs as directed.

Performs or assists in cleaning, changing oil and greasing of all bridge operating systems. Maintain bridge lighting systems and repair other minor electric components.

Performs routine or daily inspections of all safety and operational features of bridge. Reports deficiencies and repair needs to supervisor and maintains records of same.

Performs security inspections of the bridge structures via security walks, and by the operation and use of the closed-circuit camera system.

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER II:

Maintains a constant watch by sight and ear for signals from approaching vessels and stops traffic with either electronic or mechanical gates, or by flagging. Maintains communications with other Lift Bridge Workers via portable radio when bridge lift is taking place and notifies Lift Bridge Workers III of any problems as appropriate. Utilizes appropriate means of communication with river, motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Removes snow from lift span of bridge and from sidewalks, catwalks, or parking areas as directed and salts or sands as required.

Removes rubbish or debris from walks and roadway of bridge daily. Stocks supplies needed to maintain the lift bridge worker’s houses and maintain the same.

Paints and maintains lift bridge workers’ houses as required. Paints bridge rail and other areas as directed. Makes minor repairs, provides traffic control for maintenance crew, reports major repair needs, and provides assistance in performing repairs as directed.

Performs or assists in cleaning, changing oil and greasing of all bridge operating systems. Maintains bridge lighting systems and repair other minor electrical components.

Performs routine or daily inspections of all safety and operational features of bridge and reports deficiencies and repair needs to Lift Bridge Worker III or appropriate supervisor and maintains record of same.

Performs security inspections of the bridge structures via security walks, and by the operation and use of the closed-circuit camera system.

Is trained and certified to operate a lift bridge exercising all established procedures as a Lift Bridge Worker III for periods of time as necessary. This temporary work includes but is not limited to: knowledge of Coast Guard regulations, understanding and operating the lift bridge in both normal and auxiliary modes, supervision of personnel, and maintenance of records.

For additional information contact Timothy Boodey, Administrator, at 603-271-3667 or at Bureau26@dot.nh.gov .

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Mikayla Collins, at (603)-271-8026 or at Mikayla.A.Collins@dot.nh.gov .

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