BOB- Bridge Operator 01

City of New York•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

THIS IS A LIST CALL REQUEST. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST HAVE FILED, TAKEN AND BE REACHABLE ON THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST FOR BRIDGE OPERATOR, EXAM #4021, OR BE REACHABLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM. PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED. Operates machinery to open and close movable bridges. Inspects and makes routine repairs to electrical and mechanical equipment. Assists in the cleaning of roadways, bridge houses, and engine rooms. Keeps records and makes reports of accidents and bridge openings; employees may be assigned to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Performs related duties.

Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization
For appointment to Assignment level I A. One year of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges; or B. One full year of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field.
For appointment to Assignment Level II Two years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges.
For appointment to Assignment Level III A. Two years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level II; or B. Three years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Up to two years of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field can substitute for up to two years of experience.
For appointment to Assignment Level IV Three years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level III.
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.