Bridge Mechanic

Under general supervision performs journeyman and sub-journeyman level work of moderate difficulty in maintaining the machinery, roadbed structure and auxiliary equipment of bridges and related appurtenances; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs cutting, welding and burning functions in the maintenance and repair of steel bridge structures
• Builds forms for concrete work and performs related carpentry duties as directed
• Sets grades, mixes, pours and finishes concrete as required
• Sandblasts and spray paints steel on bridge roadways, back walls and wing walls
• Prime paints repair work as required
• Constructs, repairs, replaces and inspects back walls, rockers, slide plates, bridge roadways and inlets to determine deterioration and repair needs
• Installs, maintains and repairs guardrails
• Installs conduit, runs wire for switches, outlet boxes and lights
• Performs minor electrical work as required;
• Installs and maintains navigational aids such as lights, buoys, signs, etc.
• Removes ice and snow from bridges and roadways
• Maintains flood control devices and makes dike repairs on eroded riverbanks
• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment such as jackhammers, air wrenches, chippers, welding equipment, band saws, drill presses, grinders, and other related equipment
• Operates heavy equipment such as loaders and backhoes
• Operates a boat in harbor maintenance operations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

• Construction materials, methods and techniques used in bridge maintenance and repair operations
• Tools and equipment used in the work
• Effective safety practices
• Water safety rules

Skill In:

• Welding and using a variety of hand and power tools
• Operating heavy equipment
• Reading maps and blueprints
• Understanding and following directions
• Working in adverse weather conditions
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Tests equivalency
• Must possess a journeyman's card in the iron working, boilermaker, carpentry, cement mason or closely related building construction trade.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with a tanker endorsement and no restrictions as to the operation of vehicles with air brakes within six (6) months from date of appointment.
• Must have the ability to lift, carry and use objects weighing up to 90 lbs.

PREFERRED EDUCATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee must be able to lift, carry and use very heavy objects weighing over 90 pounds. The employee will frequently work in wet and/or humid weather conditions. Occasional standing, kneeling and crouching, frequent walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will frequently work indoors and outdoors. The employee will constantly work under atmospheric conditions and fumes, frequent dust, odors and occasional gases, mists and poor ventilation. The noise level in the work environment is very loud.

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CLASS CODE: Bridge Mechanic (3343)