Bridge Operator

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Bridge Operator

Salary

$28,742.00 - $50,298.00 Annually

Location

New Hanover County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-06799

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

05/20/2024

Closing Date

6/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

32000763

Position Number

60023815

Salary Grade

NC03

Recruitment Range

31,200.00

Description of Work

  • This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.   

  • Positions 60023835,60023815,60023846 and 60023850 will be filled from this posting. You only have to apply once to be considered for all four (4) positions.
  Individuals in this class perform routine work in the operation and maintenance of electrically or manually controlled drawbridges over navigable waterways. Work assignments result from the passage of boats up and down the waterway and the necessity to keep the bridge in proper operating order. Work of individuals in this class is checked by a supervisor for efficiency of operation, adequacy of maintenance, and thoroughness of traffic counts. Maintains a constant watch by eye and ear for signals from boats and ships and operates the bridge for passage of such boats. Records names, size, direction, number of vessels, time of passing, weather condition, and the count of vehicles stopped at each bridge opening. May require work during non-traditional work hours, including nights, weekend, holidays and times of emergency. This position will require rotating shift work.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicant must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
 
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

  • Experience using a multi-channel radio.
  • Experience keeping legible records and making simple reports.
  • Experience making minor maintenance repairs.
 
Ability to use hand tools. Ability to climb to all parts of bridge structure and footings. Ability to acquire a working knowledge of the operation and care of the machinery controlling an electrically or mechanically operated drawbridge. Ability to coordinate the traffic of on-coming boats with the flow of vehicular traffic so as to pass boats through the draw at a minimum inconvenience to the vehicular traffic. Ability to perform housekeeping duties of bridge operator house and keep bridge roadway clean of debris. Ability to understand and operate within the Coast Guard Code of Federal Regulations. Ability to keep legible records and make simple reports. Mechanical aptitude. Safety toe footwear meeting ASTM-F2413-05 will be required within 30 days of employment. 

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Supplemental Contact Information (Include Name and Telephone Number): April Lockamy 910-945-6930

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma 
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.”  If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.




For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
 

01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of experience using a multi-channel radio?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
03
Explain how you have experience using a mutli-channel radio.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of experience keeping legible records and making simple reports?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
05
Explain how you have experience keeping legible records and making simple reports.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience making minor maintenance repairs?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
07
Explain how you have experience making minor maintenance repairs.

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