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State of New Hampshire

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III

State of New Hampshire, Manchester, New Hampshire, United States

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Base pay range $15.93/hr – $26.41/hr

Location Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance 39 Route 108 / Newfield, NH

Job Summary Full‑time vacancies for Bridge Maintainers I, II, or III. Each level involves semi‑skilled to skilled bridge construction, maintenance, and repair work, with increasing responsibilities and supervisory expectations.

Experience Considerations Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and vice‑versa.

Minimum Qualifications

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet minimum standards set by the agency

Trainee Option: Not applicable

BRIDGE MAINTAINER II

Education/Experience: Combination of 1 year of education and experience after high school

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements:

MVR must meet minimum standards

Negative result on pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen

Trainee Option: Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in bridge construction, carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment

After‑Hire Requirements: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL‑B) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year

BRIDGE MAINTAINER III

Education/Experience: Combination of 3 years of education and experience after high school in the specified fields with at least 1 year as a Bridge Maintainer II or equivalent

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license (CDL‑A or CDL‑B) with tank and air brake endorsements

Other Requirements:

MVR must meet minimum standards

Negative result on pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen

Trainee Option: Not applicable

After‑Hire Requirements: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL‑A) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year

Career Advancement Opportunities

Bridge Maintainer I to Level 3 (Broad Group Level Advancement) – criteria 47203002BGA01

Bridge Maintainer II to Level 4 (Broad Group Level Advancement) – criteria 47203003BGA01

Bridge Maintainer III to Level 5 (Broad Group Level Advancement) – criteria 47203004BGA01

Responsibilities

BRIDGE MAINTAINER I

Performs masonry, carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, and reinforcement of bridge components.

Assists in work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, safety and security inspections, assembly and installation of temporary bridges such as Bailey Bridges, and maintenance of moveable span bridges.

Assists in the use of rigging slings, scaffolds, and staging for safe lifting.

Understands and applies procedures related to work zone safety, health, personnel rules, and hazardous material. Properly uses PPE.

Works continuously in dangerous environments including high speed traffic, night work, hazardous materials, heights, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, various river conditions, and disaster situations.

Operates heavy pneumatic tools, climbs and works from scaffolds high above the ground.

Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

BRIDGE MAINTAINER II

All responsibilities of a Maintainer I plus masonry, carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, reinforcement of bridge components, and safety and security inspections.

Operates and maintains heavy complex bridge construction equipment and machines.

Applies knowledge of work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, assembly and installation of temporary bridges, and maintenance of moveable span bridges.

Assists in training and supervising Bridge Maintainer I and Laborer positions.

BRIDGE MAINTAINER III

Performs advanced masonry, specialized carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, reinforcement of bridge components, and safety and security inspections.

Operates and maintains heavy complex bridge construction equipment and machines.

Applies knowledge of work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, assembly and installation of temporary bridges, and operation and maintenance of moveable span bridges.

Assists Bridge Construction Supervisor in training other Bridge Maintainers and Laborers.

Responds to questions from state employees or members of the general public, obtains information, and refers inquiries appropriately.

Benefits

Health: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits – see link for details.

Retirement: State share 12.87% of pay.

Dental Plan at minimal cost ($500‑$1800 value).

Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.

State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.

Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays, and generous leave plan.

$50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.

Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).

Contact Information For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online, please contact James Roberg, at (603)‑271‑8025 or James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov. For additional information, contact Levi Byers, Administrator, at 603‑271‑3667 or Bureau26@dot.nh.gov.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industry Government Administration

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE TDD Access: Relay NH 1‑800‑735‑2964

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