Bridge Maintenance Specialist

The Transportation Division of the Department of Community Services at Multnomah County is seeking an experienced Journey-level
** Bridge Maintenance Specialist
** to ensure the safety and longevity of the county’s iconic bridges. The Bridge Maintenance Specialist works on operation machinery, gears, bearings, brakes, hydraulic systems, expansion joints, decks, rails and all bridge operation systems. The incumbent performs strenuous manual labor either individually or as a member of a team, climbing ladders, walking up and down stairs, kneeling and lifting up to 100lbs.

The successful candidate will have the ability to perform all the essential functions of the position in all weather conditions, in heavy traffic conditions, and at heights up to 160 feet.
* Performing maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools and equipment to work with metal, wood, concrete, pipes, cables, etc. Tools/equipment used include: wrenches, pipe cutters, trowels, tape measures, grease guns, chain hoists, stationary cranes, grinders, air tools, various saws, tube benders, coping machine, drills, generators, weed eaters, chipping guns, iron worker, torches, pressure washers, winches, concrete mixers, sand blasters, AC/DC welders, torches and plasma cutter.
* Replace sidewalks, concrete walls, assorted steel railing, repair bridge joints, cribbing and jacking of structures.
* Assist with design of bridge improvements, fabricate and install catwalks, scaffolding and handrails to OSHA safety standards.
* Performance of these tasks requires the ability to read, understand and calculate material lists off blueprints.
* Performing preventive maintenance such as greasing, lubricating, painting, power washing.
* Operating equipment such as flusher trucks, loaders, truck mounted cranes, ten yard and dump truck, skid steer loader, backhoe, dozer, excavator, inspection boat, bucket trucks, snooper truck, aerial work platform, spider basket, and hydro platform.
* Maintaining traffic control with appropriate equipment.
* This job requires a knowledge of and the use of personal fall protection practices and procedures, rigging techniques, ropes and pulleys for raising and lowering tools and materials to the tops of bridges and down under bridges.
* Working over traffic (boats, cars, pedestrians, cyclists).
* Respond to emergencies.
* Winter operations include:
Plowing, sanding, shoveling snow, using walk behind snow blowers and applying Ice-melt to the lift spans, roadways, sidewalks and stairs
* This position is considered “Essential” and will require the candidate to report to work in all weather conditions.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details .
* High school or equivalent
* Three years of bridge maintenance or construction experience, including welding and practices in lifting, supporting, and replacing major structural components
* Must have a valid Class C driver license
* Additional specialized training and experience in metal work, bridge repair/maintenance and/or construction operation, concrete work, or a related field
* Ability to read, understand and calculate material lists from blueprints.
* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class A Commercial Driver License with air brake and tanker endorsement within 12 months of employment. *(Multnomah County will pay for the process of obtaining the CDL.)
** Possession of, or ability to obtain, a NCCCO Certification, Oregon Boater Education Card, and a Flagger certification within 12 months of employment. *(Multnomah County will pay for the process of obtaining these certifications.)
***** Online application:
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**** Resume:
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