Bridge Maintenance Specialist (Multiple Positions)

State of Oregon•The Dalles, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Delivery & Operations Division – Region 4 Maintenance Crew in The Dalles is seeking hardworking individuals to join their team. This role involves operating equipment to maintain and repair roadways, highways, bridges, and structures, as well as assisting with emergency cleanup and traffic control. ODOT is committed to providing a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system and encourages applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

One year of experience performing basic highway maintenance work; OR Two years of general landscaping, maintenance, mechanical, farming, logging, and/or construction experience or training.
CDL-A Required: Employee will be required to use a commercial motor vehicle to conduct business.
Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions, and no manual transmission restrictions to be considered eligible for this position.
Must have or be able to obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire.
A valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
Must be able to move around rough terrain, bend and stoop for extended periods.
May need to lift up to 60 pounds.
Must be able to travel and stay out of town for overnight travel.
This position requires a maximum 45-minute response time to 3313 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, OR 97058 for emergency call-outs.
Must be able to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Experience in road maintenance, construction or in a maintenance training program such as ODOT High School to Highway program, ODOT/ODF Fire and Ice program, Job Corps, etc.
Farming experience.
Experience driving or traveling for work.
Experience performing concrete work.
Experience working cohesively on a team.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment and tools to maintain, repair, reconstruct, and strengthen wooden, steel, and concrete bridges and culverts.
Construct and place rigging and scaffolding.
Perform concrete demolition, masonry work, steel work, woodwork, and paint work.
Perform inspections of structures for repairs.
Assist with weather-related emergencies and operate snowplows, deicer trucks, and other equipment to clear snow from roadways.
Perform minor surface repairs including pothole and concrete patching and small inlay work.
Clear debris, clear brush, mow grass, and spray roadside vegetation.
Maintain drainage systems, dig and clean ditches, and repair culverts, inlets, and erosion.