LIFT BRIDGE WORKER I - II(Job Id 46437)

Location: US:NH:PORTSMOUTH

Occupation Category: 53-0000 Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

Employment Type: PART-TIME

Post Date: 02/14/2025

Close Date: 03/25/2025

Salary: 14.400-23.390

Department of Transportation

Division of Operations/Bureau of Bridge Maintenance

Portsmouth, NH

Lift Bridge Worker I $14.40/hour- $18.46/hour

This position offers aTrainee Status*at the following pay rate: $13.98 per hour

Lift Bridge Worker II $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour

Up to 29.5 hours per week

Multiple Positions

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Division of Operations, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance has several part time vacancies for Lift Bridge Worker I - II.

Summary

:

Lift Bridge Worker I

: To perform responsible work in the operating of mechanical and electronic lift bridge gates on the Memorial Bridge, Sarah Mildred Long Bridge, Hampton River Bridge and/or the Little Harbor Bridge to control both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. On occasion, will be required to supervise part-time Lift Bridge Worker I's.

Lift Bridge Worker II

: To perform responsible work in the operating of mechanical and electronic lift bridge gates on the Memorial Bridge, Sarah Mildred Long Bridge, Hampton River Bridge and/or the Little Harbor Bridge to control both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Performs the duties of a Lift Bridge Worker III in his/her absence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER I:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.

Experience: Three months work experience, preferable in machine operations.

License/Certification: None required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Department of Transportations Policy on Safety Sensitive Positions. Participates in drug and alcohol testing program for safety sensitive positions at the Department of Transportation.

2. Must have ability to climb and work from ladders or scaffolds and must be physically able to remove snow. Must be able to maintain and operate snow blowers.

3. All accountabilities must be performed in accordance with State and Department rules and policies, including risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations and administrative orders.

LIFT BRIDGE WORKER II:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: One year of experience as a Lift Bridge Worker, industrial crane or hoist operator, or in one of the following fields: construction, industrial/manufacturing, maritime, mechanical or heavy equipment/vehicle repair.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid drivers license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicants Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Candidates must complete the lift operation training program, pass the lift bridge operation written test administered by the Department of Transportation, and pass a practical exam at the controls of the bridge(s) assigned within three (3) months of appointment to this position.

2. Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Department of Transportations Policy on Safety Sensitive Positions. Participates in drug and alcohol