Infrastructure technician

About us

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.

Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions.

Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology.

As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for maintenance and repairs of all structures including movable bridges, fixed bridges, culverts, overhead sign structures, high mast lighting and bridge fender systems in accordance with standards and conditions specified in the contract and as directed by the supervisor.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair highway structures including concrete, structural steel, welding, expansion joints, carpentry and painting as required.
• Creates safe Maintenance of Traffic (M.O.T.) control by setup and removal of traffic controls devices including cones, message / arrow boards, temporary signage, etc.
• Must be comfortable working from heights in bucket trucks, snooper trucks, scaffolding, ladders and aerial platforms lifts.
• Repairs / maintains functionality of bridge and culvert slopes, berms, drains, etc. through use of shovels and other had or power tools and equipment.
• Controls vegetation appearance and growth through use of lawn moving equipment, hard or power trimmers, and chemical sprayers and other methods.
• Maintains the appearance and functionality of bridge fender systems including navigational signs, lighting, and all elements of the structural fender systems.
• Must be comfortable working in and around water and from boats.
• Transports crew and equipment to work sites operating vehicle large trucks and specialized motor vehicles and trailers.
• Required to be available for emergency response rotations as needed for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Should be able to demonstrate knowledge of structures maintenance.
• Must practice safe work methods to remain accident and injury free.
• Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to your job.
• Possess the ability to cooperate and communicate with co-workers and supervisors.
• Should be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiple, divide, calculate proportions, percentages, and measurements).

Must also be able to understand instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED (Required)
• One-year work experience in construction, maintenance and repair (preferred).
• CDL, DOT certifications, Electrical and Welding Certifications (highly desirable).
• Valid Driver's license with acceptable driving record (Required)

Work Conditions / Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk on a wide range of surfaces; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Use manual and powered pneumatic, hydraulic, gas, and electric powered tools and equipment.

Vision abilities include both close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; high precarious places; fume or airborne particles.

Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high on movable bridges.

Must be able to work in tight spaces.

Must be comfortable working in and around water and from boats.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to : hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Last updated : 2024-06-12