Title: Bridge Crew Leader – Dillwyn Bridge Crew
State Role Title: Transportation Operator III
Hiring Range: $42,646 - $69,299
Pay Band: 3
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Farmville Residency Office
Agency Website: www.vdot.virginia.gov/careers
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Candidates must have a minimum of a Commercial Learners Permit prior to being hired. Preference will be given to candidates who already have a current CDL. Seeking individual to serve as a crew leader of the Dillwyn Bridge Crew performing work for the repair, maintenance and replacement of bridges and structures in order to maintain Virginia’s roadways. Conduct on-the-job training and recommend additional training needs to Bridge Superintendent. Provide constructive feedback on job performance of crew. Assist with recordkeeping and administrative tasks. Serve as back-up bridge supervision. Lead and apply appropriate in-stream and environmental protection measures during all structural maintenance and construction activities. Provide traffic control in support of bridge operations. Lead and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and power tools. Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Demonstrate considerable skill and expertise as an operator in the proper and safe use of all equipment needed to perform bridge related construction and maintenance tasks. Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials, safety practices and concrete finishing techniques. Skill is use of hand, power and carpentry tools, concrete forming and finishing methods. Ability to lead, direct and train others and provide technical direction and guidance to variety of skilled workers. Skill in computers (MS Office) and basic knowledge of inventory procedures. Skill in operation of equipment used for highway and/or bridge maintenance. Ability to perform physically demanding heavy manual labor, to work at heights, in and over water, around heavy traffic conditions, irregular terrain and other adverse conditions. Ability to read, interpret and apply work zone safety and traffic control manuals. Ability to read and interpret bridge plans. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and measure/layout construction elements on bridges and culverts.
Additional Considerations
Considerable knowledge of bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials, safety practices and concrete finishing techniques. Skill is use of hand, power and carpentry tools, concrete forming and finishing methods. Ability to lead, direct and train others and provide technical direction and guidance to variety of skilled workers. Skill in computers (MS Office) and basic knowledge of inventory procedures. Skill in operation of equipment used for highway and/or bridge maintenance. Ability to perform physically demanding heavy manual labor, to work at heights, in and over water, around heavy traffic conditions, irregular terrain and other adverse conditions. Ability to read, interpret and apply work zone safety and traffic control manuals. Ability to read and interpret bridge plans. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and measure/layout construction elements on bridges and culverts.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Experience leading and training skilled workers. Possession of crane operator certification. Experience preparing reports, keeping records, and using computers. Skill in welding and fabrication of steel components. Possession of Responsible Land Disturber certification.
Contact Information
Name: Roxanna Benedikter
Phone: 434-316-2191
Email: [email protected]
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Buckingham, VA USA
Buckingham, VA USA