Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleBridge Repair Assistant / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2 (Region 5)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $39907 to $46358 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Journey Level – Two years experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesman, or training through completion of a technical course in a bridge or technical trade at a school or institute. Candidate must also have a Class B Commercial Driver License.
Trainee 2 – Commercial Driver License, and more than one year, but less than two years of qualifying experience (as described in journey level quals.)
Trainee 1 – Class D Motor Vehicle License, and less than one year of qualifying experience (as described in journey level quals.)
Duties Description The incumbent will perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities, in combination of trades associated with bridge repair and maintenance:
• Requires a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the various trades as they apply to bridge repair and maintenance operations.
• Basic knowledge of the Highway Safety Manual as it applies to bridge repair maintenance operations.
• The ability to perform above groundwork in the repair and maintenance of bridges.
• The ability to use and operate tools, equipment, vehicles required in the bridge repair and maintenance operations.
• The ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• The ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
Candidates will be required to work Winter Maintenance performing Snow & Ice removal activities.
Candidates will be required to be included in the department’s written respiratory protection program.
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.
Additional Comments Locations: Erie County, (Depew and Hamburg) Cattaraugus County, Chautauqua County, Niagara County.
The starting salary for this position is $48,907. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $39,907 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
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*Telecommuting: Opportunities to telecommute will be discussed at interview.
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Email Address Michele.Story@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Department of Transportation, Bridge Maintenance
100 Seneca Street, 5th Floor
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R5-23-14 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than September 1st, 2023,