Transportation Maintainer 3 (Skilled Bridge)

State of Connecticut•Milford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is hiring a Transportation Maintainer 3 (Skilled Bridge) in the Bureau of Highway Operations in Milford. The position performs skilled carpentry and masonry repairs to maintain and repair the Department’s bridge infrastructure in District 3. The broader job class performs skilled tasks below the journeyperson level in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports, and other departmental facilities, and may operate and maintain complex mechanical equipment. This is an on-site position at Milford Bridge, scheduled Monday through Friday on the first shift, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, for 40 hours per week. Employees must be prepared for emergency assignments, including snow and ice removal and mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30. During storms, employees may need to remain at work for several days, including weekends and holidays. A 30-mile residency requirement applies. Applicants must be current Connecticut Department of Transportation employees with at least six months of full-time or equivalent service and meet the job’s minimum qualifications. Before interview and the skills practicum, candidates must complete harness and fall-protection training, comply with the Department’s Lead Health and Safety and Silica Safety programs, including a respirator physical and current fit test, and hold Department certification in aerial bucket truck operation and fall protection. Candidates complete an interview before the practicum, which assesses job-related skills. The position requires a current CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner’s Card. A physical examination is required.

Requirements

Be a current State of Connecticut Department of Transportation employee with at least six months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, subject to applicable collective bargaining language.
Meet the minimum qualification of two years of experience in construction, landscaping, commercial driving, snow plowing, maintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges, or airports involving mechanical equipment, or work in a recognized maintenance trade; a vocational or technical school diploma completing subject requirements in a maintenance trade may substitute.
Possess and maintain a current CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement.
Possess a valid Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC).
Be willing to accept emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, and mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30.
Meet the 30-mile residency requirement from the posted job location.
Before interview and the skills practicum, complete harness and fall-protection training and comply with the Department’s Lead Health and Safety and Silica Safety programs, including a respirator physical and current respirator fit test.
Be certified through the Department in aerial bucket truck operation and fall protection, including use of a safety harness and trauma strap.
Complete an interview and the Department’s skills evaluation practicum.
Have adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties; maintain the required physical fitness and pass a physical examination.
Possess considerable knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair techniques for roadsides, roadways, bridges, or airports; knowledge of processes and materials used in construction and maintenance trades; oral and written communication skills; and ability to operate, use, and make ordinary repairs to complex equipment.
Be able to operate listed equipment, keep shop records and prepare reports, use and maintain ordinary bench and shop machine tools and equipment, understand and follow instructions, and utilize computer software.

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled carpentry and masonry.
Experience with bridge structural repairs.
Experience interpreting and understanding blueprints.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled carpentry and masonry repairs to maintain and repair bridges in District 3.
Perform construction, maintenance, and repair tasks involving roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports, and other departmental facilities.
Operate and maintain complex mechanical equipment and perform repairs on equipment below the journeyperson level.
Perform skilled work in applicable trades, including construction, maintenance, mechanical repair, electrical work, carpentry, masonry, welding, plumbing, painting, and automotive or heavy-equipment repair.
Operate equipment and vehicles used for maintenance work, including equipment for snow and ice operations.
Follow written and oral instructions, maintain shop records, prepare reports, and use computer software.
Accept emergency assignments, including snow and ice removal, and remain at work during storm events when required.
Perform related duties as required.