Bridge Maintenance Specialist

Job Summary: The Bridge Division of the Department of Community Services has a vacancy for an experienced Journey level Bridge Maintenance Specialist, to perform repairs and maintenance, complete inspections and make modifications and improvements, respond to emergencies, remove snow and de-ice roadways, sidewalks and stairs on bridge structures to the County’s steel and concrete bridges.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performing maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools and equipment to work with metal, wood, concrete, pipes, cables, etc. including: wrenches, pipe cutters, trowels, tape measures, grease guns, chain hoists, stationary cranes, grinders, air tools, various saws, tube benders, coping machine, drills, generators, weed eaters, chipping guns, iron worker, torches, pressure washers, winches, concrete mixers, sand blasters, AC/DC welders, torches, plasma cutter.
• Replace sidewalks, concrete walls, assorted steel railing, repair bridge joints, cribbing and jacking of structures.
• Assist with design of bridge improvements, fabricate and install catwalks, scaffolding and handrails to OSHA safety standards.
• Performance of these tasks requires the ability to read, understand and calculate material lists off blueprints.
• Performing preventive maintenance such as greasing, lubricating, painting, power washing.

Required Skills and Qualifications: High school or equivalent. Three years of bridge maintenance or construction experience, including welding and practices in lifting, supporting, and replacing major structural components. Must have a valid Class C driver license.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to read, understand and calculate material lists from blueprints.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class A Commercial Driver License with air brake and tanker endorsement within 12 months of employment. (Multnomah County will pay for the process of obtaining the CDL.)
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a NCCCO Certification, Oregon Boater Education Card, and a Flagger certification within 12 months of employment. (Multnomah County will pay for the process of obtaining these certifications.)

Compensation: $31.94 - $39.11 Hourly

Apply Online:  https://multco.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Multco_Jobs/details/Bridge-Maintenance-Specialist_R-17272

The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications.

Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

A Cover Letter: This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.