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Assists in the opening and closing of movable bridges while operating light signals and traffic gates. Responsible for maintaining bridge cleanliness, removing snow and ice, and reporting mechanical defects.
Requires a high school diploma and one year of mechanical/electrical experience or technical education. A valid New York State driver's license is mandatory for appointment.
Civil Service Title- Bridge Operator I
The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City.
Under supervision, assists in the opening and closing of the city's movable bridges. Operates light signals and traffic gates. Sweeps and cleans roadways, bridge houses and engine rooms. Removes snow and ice from the roadways and foot walks. Reports malfunctions, accidents and mechanical defects to prevent dangerous situations on the bridge. Bridge Operations is a 24-hour operation, employees may be assigned to work nights, weekends and holidays. Performs other related duties
Preferred skills
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
At the time of appointment, candidate must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver’s license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Work Location
345 EAST 59TH ST, MANHATTAN, 10022
Hours
40
Schedule
Various
All resumes are to be submitted electronically. All applicants please go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 783511. No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.
BRIDGE OPERATOR - 91110
Qualification Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
1. For appointment to Assignment level I
A. One year of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges; or
B. One full year of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field.
2. For appointment to Assignment Level II
Two years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges.
3. For appointment to Assignment Level III
A. Two years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level II; or
B. Three years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Up to two years of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field can substitute for up to two years of experience.
4. For appointment to Assignment Level IV
Three years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level III.
License Requirement
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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