Position Information

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AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleTrades Specialist Bridge - Region 7

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $59425 to $70548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Jefferson

Street Address 23192 State Route 12

City Watertown

StateNY

Zip Code13601

Job Specifics

Duties Description Duties will include, but not limited to: Trades Specialists (Bridge) perform skilled level work in several different trades in repair and maintenance of bridges including carpentry, welding, masonry, ironworking, steel fabricating and painting. May be called upon to lead crews in the field in the absence of Bridge Repair Supervisor

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience in a trade related to bridge repair, maintenance and construction under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in a bridge or technical trade at a school, institute, or a branch of the Armed Services.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated; candidates must be One-Person Plowing (OPP) certified to perform Snow & Ice Operations during the winter season.

Additional Comments The starting salary for this position is $59,425. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $50,425 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9000, specific to this title and location.

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled personas and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Lori Gagnon, Program Aide, R7 Operations Office

Telephone

Fax 315-785-2320

Email Address lori.gagnon@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street 317 Washington Street, 9th Floor

City Watertown

State NY

Zip Code 13601

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R7-25-59 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than 09/30/25