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City of Toledo Bridge Mechanic in Toledo, Ohio
Bridge Mechanic
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Bridge Mechanic
Salary
$63,962.08 - $67,327.52 Annually
Location
Toledo, OH
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2024-00717
Department
Public Service
Opening Date
12/05/2024
Closing Date
12/18/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision performs journeyman and sub-journeyman level work of moderate difficulty in maintaining the machinery, roadbed structure and auxiliary equipment of bridges and related appurtenances; performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs cutting, welding and burning functions in the maintenance and repair of steel bridge structures
Builds forms for concrete work and performs related carpentry duties as directed
Sets grades, mixes, pours and finishes concrete as required
Sandblasts and spray paints steel on bridge roadways, back walls and wing walls
Prime paints repair work as required
Constructs, repairs, replaces and inspects back walls, rockers, slide plates, bridge roadways and inlets to determine deterioration and repair needs
Installs, maintains and repairs guardrails
Installs conduit, runs wire for switches, outlet boxes and lights
Performs minor electrical work as required;
Installs and maintains navigational aids such as lights, buoys, signs, etc.
Removes ice and snow from bridges and roadways
Maintains flood control devices and makes dike repairs on eroded riverbanks
Operates and maintains a variety of equipment such as jackhammers, air wrenches, chippers, welding equipment, band saws, drill presses, grinders, and other related equipment
Operates heavy equipment such as loaders and backhoes
Operates a boat in harbor maintenance operations.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Construction materials, methods and techniques used in bridge maintenance and repair operations
Tools and equipment used in the work
Effective safety practices
Water safety rules
Skill In:
Welding and using a variety of hand and power tools
Operating heavy equipment
Reading maps and blueprints
Understanding and following directions
Working in adverse weather conditions
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Tests equivalency
Must possess a journeyman's card in the iron working, boilermaker, carpentry, cement mason or closely related building construction trade.
Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with a tanker endorsement and no restrictions as to the operation of vehicles with air brakes within six (6) months from date of appointment.
Must have the ability to lift, carry and use objects weighing up to 90 lbs.
PREFERRED EDUCATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee must be able to lift, carry and use very heavy objects weighing over 90 pounds. The employee will frequently work in wet and/or humid weather conditions. Occasional standing, kneeling and crouching, frequent walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will frequently work indoors and outdoors. The employee will constantly work under atmospheric conditions and fumes, frequent dust, odors and occasional gases, mists and poor ventilation. The noise level in the work environment is very loud.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
CLASS CODE: Bridge Mechanic (3343)
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.
01
Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?
Yes
No
02
If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.
03
What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
None of the above
04
Do you possess a journeyman's card in any of the following:
Iron Working
Boilermaker
Carpentry
Cement Mason
Other
Do not possess jourenyman's card
05
If you selected other in the previous question, please identify the type of journeyman's card you possess.
Required Question
Agency
City of Toledo
Address
One Government Center Ste 1920
Toledo, Ohio, 43604
Phone
419-245-1500
Website
http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/
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