Bridge Repairer

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Big Rock Township, AR

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Bridge Repairer performs carpentry, building, and repair work in support of District construction and maintenance. Duties may include related or other logical assignments, and the Department may require functions beyond those listed or modify the job description based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an at-will employer.

The position requires performing work in all types of weather and in conditions that may involve noise, dust, and fumes, including work at varying heights. Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license with a tanker (“N”) endorsement within 180 calendar days of hire or promotion from a non-CDL position. Applicants must meet CDL physical and mental requirements; failure to obtain the required CDL within that period results in immediate termination.

A pre-employment drug/alcohol test is required after a contingent offer and before work begins, subject to the stated exception for internal applicants already in safety-sensitive positions. Employees are also subject to additional testing under the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. The position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and 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 hills and grades and get 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 and in conditions involving noise, dust, and fumes, as well as at varying heights.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 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, and meet the physical and mental requirements for a CDL.
• Must complete required pre-employment drug/alcohol testing unless covered by the stated internal-applicant exception; subject to additional testing under the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

Nice To Haves

• General construction background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build forms and finish concrete for bridges, culverts, and similar structures.
• Build and repair bridges.
• Remove snow and ice during inclement weather.
• Load, unload, and stack bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, and similar materials.
• Perform related, similar, or other logical duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed