Bridge Repairer

Arkansas Department of Transportation•Big Rock Township, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing carpentry, building and repair in support of District construction and maintenance. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer. This position does not require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, and to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
Knowledge of welding and cutting tools.
Familiarity with carpentry tools.
Demonstrated skill and knowledge of carpentry techniques.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb up and down hills and grades as well as in and out of vehicles and equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform assigned duties in all types of weather as well as other work conditions, e. g. noise, dust and fumes.
Ability to perform duties at varying heights.
Valid driver’s license.
Applicants for this position must obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a tanker (“N”) endorsement within 180 calendar days of hire or promotion from a non-CDL position.
Successful applicants must meet the physical and mental requirements for a CDL.
A pre-employment drug/alcohol test will be conducted after a contingent offer of employment or transfer has been made, and prior to the candidate performing any work for the Department in that capacity.
Subject to additional drug/alcohol testing according to the provisions of the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.