Bridge Operator
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Job Description
Introduction
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcethat is committed to providing exemplary service to the Citys residents. Ifyou have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servantsplease consider the following opportunity
BRIDGE OPERATOR IS A SEASONAL POSITION (APRIL THROUGHNOVEMBER).
PERSONS HIRED MAY BECOME YEARROUND EMPLOYEES.
Purpose
The Bridge Operator maintains and operates the Citysmovable bridges across Milwaukee Menomonee andKinnickinnic Riverensuring the safe passage of vessels in compliance with Federal rules andregulations.
Essential Functions
Bridge Operation
- Operate electrical and mechanical equipment to open and close the Citys movable bridges in a smooth and safe manner and with minimal interference to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
- Provide and maintain continuous service on designated bridges during the assigned shift.
- Operate unattended bridges by use of a remotecontrol system that uses audio and visual monitors and a separate control panel.
- Operate unstaffed bridges on a roving system as directed traveling by use of a vehicle or on foot.
- Operate and monitor a marine radio to communicate with vessels regarding bridge openings.
Bridge Inspection/General Maintenance
- Conduct minor preventative maintenance on machinery platforms counterweight pits and bridge walks including lubricating and degreasing machinery cleaning and sweeping pits platforms and walks removing snow ice and water and dewatering pits using a pump.
- Inspect and change bulbs on accessible lighting fixtures such as pit lights navigation lights and bridge house lights.
- Perform minor repairs on bridge equipment such as replacing or repairing grease lines grease guns and pump hoses.
- Perform housekeeping duties such as washing windows walls floors ceilings control panels etc.
Reporting
- Accurately record and report all vessel movements bridge openings complaints malfunctions inspections and weekly reports including accidents damages and repairs.
- Provide security to prevent vandalism.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
The Bridge Operator must be willing and able to do thefollowing:
- Work first second and third shift on a rotating basis including weekends and holidays.
- Perform physical activities in the work environment that require walking and standing climbing stairs and ladders up to 50 ft. in height crawling crouching stooping kneeling reaching balancing pushing and pulling.
- Work alone in a small area for extended periods of time.
- Perform moderate physical work exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and lifting and moving objects weighing 1020 lbs. frequently.
- Perform tasks that require repetitive motion for up to 30 minutes such as shoveling snow from platforms.
- Attentively view traffic pedestrians vessels and bridge controls to operate in a safe manner.
- Attentively listen for and hear all types of traffic including pedestrians water vessels and motor vehicles.
- Withstand prolonged exposure to variable and extreme weather conditions including rain wind excessive heat intense cold and snow.
- Perform snow removal on bridge sidewalks.
- Tolerate vibrating working conditions and noise.
- Work in proximity of moving mechanical parts.
- Possess finger dexterity to operate controls.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Safely use hand tools and operate a hand crank to open center locks and traffic gates.
- Follow the step by step protocols and procedures to safely operate bridges Training will be provided by an experienced operator.
- The preplacement medical requirements for this title include:
- Physical/lift test
- Audiogram
- Vision
- DOT Drug Test
Minimum Requirements
- Six months of fulltime experience operating large or complex mechanical and/or electrical equipment and performing maintenance responsibilities.
- Valid Wisconsin drivers license at the time of application and throughout employment.
- Good driving record at time of application and throughout employment.
Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics
TECHNICAL
- Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles to operate equipment and perform maintenance responsibilities.
- Knowledge of safe work procedures to avoid dangerous situations for persons property and equipment.
- Knowledge of and commitment to public safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to be observant to monitor equipment and controls.
- Ability to solve problems related to equipment malfunctions maintenance and repair and public safety.
- Ability to operate controls read scales and gauges and view monitors and computer screens.
- Ability to perform computer data entry to record bridge openings incident reports and maintenance updates.
- Ability to keep tools equipment and work area clean and organized.
COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL
- Ability to provide exceptional customer service through clear timely communication with boat operators the traveling public colleagues elected officials and community representatives.
- Ability to take direction and feedback from the bridge operator lead workers and supervisor.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse collaborative teamoriented environment with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a multicultural staff the public various City of Milwaukee officials and other agencies.
CRITICAL THINKING AND PROFESSIONALISM
- Situational awareness with a thorough understanding of safety protocols to proactively address and mitigate potential risks.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions both written and verbal.
- Analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills to effectively resolve challenges.
- Knowledge of key contacts and escalation procedures for bridge or safety related issues.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Consistently demonstrate professionalism integrity and honesty.
- Ability to represent the department positively and consistent with its mission and goals.
- Committed to the responsible management and stewardship of departmental resources.
Current Salary
The current salary range(PAY RANGE 8CN) is$50130annually and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukeeresidents is$51634 annually.
Employees assigned to the maintenance crew on a fulldaybasis will be paid a premium of $0.50 per hour.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitprogram that includes the following:
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
For full details of the benefits offered by the City ofMilwaukee please visit Process THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education experienceand/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test astructured interview or other assessment methods. The Department of EmployeeRelations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates tostructured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews mayinclude written exercises. Selection process component weights will bedetermined by further analysis of the job. INITIAL FILING DATE The selection process will beheld as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have beenmet. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date time and place of theselection process components. Unless otherwise required by law the City ofMilwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. Theapplicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection processat the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. EEO 803 The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.Additional Information
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