Bridge Tender

Velociti Services•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Bridge Tenders at Velociti Services operate and tend bridges, canal locks, and lighthouses to permit marine passage on inland waterways, near shores, and at danger points in waterway passages. This role may include supervising such operations. Positions include drawbridge operators, lock tenders and operators, and slip bridge operators.

Requirements

Must be very flexible and available for any shift Monday–Sunday.
A solid commitment to the guest experience.
Always remember safety first.
Build respectful relationships with all teammates and quests.
The ability to read and comprehend FDOT and U.S. Coast Guard manuals, rules, regulations, and procedures.
The ability to keep logs and records by FDOT procedures in correct, legible English.
The ability to effectively communicate in English on the VHF marine radio.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
High School diploma/GED
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Attention to detail
Passion for customer service
A positive attitude
Accountability and dependability in all that you do
Ability to communicate effectively with teammates
A strong commitment to company service values
Applicants for this role must be able to: Meet and comply with the weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment
Medium work, depending on location, can lift up to 50 pounds
Stoop / bend / kneel / crouch / balance / climb on an occasional basis
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity / tracking / inspection

Responsibilities

Ensuring safe and efficient passage for marine traffic.
Following all operational and safety protocols.
Following all company procedures, policies, and rules.
Providing safe, courteous openings for marine traffic.
Providing a safe passage for vehicle traffic, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Following all safety protocols.
Informing the supervisor immediately of all incidents, malfunctions, and accidents.
Ensuring the safety of maintenance personnel.
Maintaining and guarding stations in bridges to check waterways for boat traffic
Writing and submitting maintenance work requisitions
Checking that bridges are clear of vehicles and pedestrians prior to opening.
Stopping automobile and pedestrian traffic on bridges, and lower automobile gates prior to moving bridges
Raising drawbridges and observe passage of water traffic, then lower drawbridges and raise automobile gates
Maintaining neat accurate logs
Maintaining a clean and orderly workspace

Benefits

Velociti Services offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our team members:
Company-Provided Benefits (Full-Time, 30+ Hours per Week)
Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits:
Medical and Dental Insurance
Additional Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement:
401(k) Retirement Plan available for all team members
Velociti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.