State of New Hampshire

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State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Transportation Bureau of Bridge Maintenance 13 Hodsdon Shore Road / Ossipee, NH BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN Position #20433 40 Hours per Week $22.50/hour - $30.02/hour This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $21.63 per hour • Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum education/experience qualifications within one (1) year of hire date • See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. • ~ NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT ~ Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire. • The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance has a full-time vacancy for a Bridge Construction Foreman. Summary: Responsible for coordination and supervision of all bridge maintenance operations in a designated area. Performs technical and paraprofessional engineering duties associated with bridge maintenance and construction. YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in general bridge construction, bridge maintenance, or related field, with at least two years in a position that involved supervising groups in bridge construction and maintenance. License/Certification: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License A or B (CDL-A or CDL-B) with tank endorsement and air brakes. Other Requirements: • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency. • Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements. • Must have ability to climb and work from scaffolds high above the ground or water. • Must be willing to work throughout the State and during emergencies for long hours, 7 days a week. Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 3+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of modern methods used in bridge construction and bridge maintenance. Skill in use of bridge construction tools and equipment. Ability to place, layout and supervise workers engaged in bridge work. Ability to work out-of-doors for long periods under varying climatic conditions. Ability to climb and work from scaffolds high above ground. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with the motoring public as well as landowners along the highway right-of-way and employees. Demonstrated agility, mechanical ability, resourcefulness, initiative and sound judgment. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority. AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: • Candidates possessing a valid Operators or CDL-B license must obtain the CDL-A license within 1 year of hire. • Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire. CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No Criteria: Broad Group Level Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No Criteria: DISCLAIMERS: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position. RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises, trains, and evaluates all bridge construction trades including plan and specification comprehension, layout of project lines and grades, carpentry, welding, concrete placement and forming systems, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, specialized material fabrication, cofferdam construction, Emergency Temporary Bridge erection, and structural steel straightening. Continuously plans, prioritizes, and directs short and long-range construction and repair schedules, including preventive maintenance, within a designated area and regularly makes recommendations for resolving bridge related problems. Supervises and trains subordinates in project safety and personal protection in accordance with federal and state regulations including complex work zone traffic control procedures involving high speed and high-volume traffic according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Department standards. Implements and performs safety and security inspections for heightened monitoring and safety of the State’s infrastructure. Maintains an emergency ready staff capable of responding to critical unanticipated structural needs. Controls the use, storage, and documentation of hazardous materials and disposal of hazardous waste generated by operations according to state and federal laws. Documents and maintains accurate records of all work schedules, health and safety requirements, and project costs to include labor, materials, and equipment. Coordinates construction and maintenance operations in wetland areas to comply with permits, applicable laws, and regulations. Inspects various types of bridges and other structures owned by the state or town for damage and established priorities for repair of emergency or hazardous conditions. Measures and calculates weights, volumes, and quantities of various construction materials, schedules on-time deliveries for projects, supervises incorporation of materials into the work. Utilizes a computerized inventory system and incorporates quantities into a Maintenance Management System. Communicates, verbally and in writing, with various levels of state personnel, the public, and private contractors and establishes contract rental agreements for construction equipment. Performs and oversees work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders. DISCLAIMERS: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position. For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)-271-8025 or at James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov For additional information contact Levi Byers Administrator, at 603-271-2571 or Bureau26@dot.nh.gov. • TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected. See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay Other Benefits: • Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($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) Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx EOE TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964