Bridge Operator/Part-Time
Job Posting for Bridge Operator/Part-Time at City of Chesapeake
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Bridge Operator/Part-Time
Job Type
Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Division
PUB WORKS BRIDGES
Requisition Number
2023452P
Number of hours worked per week
as needed not to exceed 25 hours/week
Work Schedule
As needed to substitute for full time Bridge Operators operating moveable bridges on a 24/7 schedule. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-terms department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Bowers Hill Yard headquarters; city-wide operation
Position Driving Requirement
N - Never
Pay Grade
GE01
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$15.80 – $20 hourly; depending on qualifications
Job Description
The Bridges Division of Public Works is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to operate bridges and accommodate water traffic on an as needed basis (up to 25 hours/week). This position will be responsible for monitoring waterway and roadway traffic, listening for signals, operating bridge equipment, preparing paperwork, and cleaning and maintaining equipment. Requires the ability to walk up to 900’ on an inclined walkway and up to 60’ vertically up a stair tower, ability to operate control panels in a set sequence, and ability to hand crank traffic gate arms in the event of a malfunction.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one month of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-terms department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one month of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-terms department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
05/06/2024
Job Close Date
05/20/2024
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is substitute part-time.
Medical Marijuana Information:
Medical Marijuana Information:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crouching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Hearing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
operation of moveable bridges, marine radio, electrical control panel in bridge house, binoculars, standard office equipment, broom, mop, cleaning materials, 40 pound hand crank
Protective Equipment Required
all required PPE
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
S = Seasonally
Electrical Hazards
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
W = Several Times Per Week
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
W = Several Times Per Week
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
M = Several Times Per Month
Darkness or Poor Lighting
M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location
Other - bridge house
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
no
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
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