BOB-Bridge Operator I

Civil Service Title - Bridge Operator I The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. Under supervision, the Bridge Operator assists in the opening and closing of the city's movable bridges, operates light signals and traffic gates, sweeps and cleans roadways, bridge houses and engine rooms, removes snow and ice from roadways and foot walks, and reports malfunctions, accidents and mechanical defects to prevent dangerous situations on the bridge. Bridge Operations is a 24-hour operation; employees may be assigned to work nights, weekends and holidays. Performs other related duties as needed. Minimum Qualifications A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization. Assignment Level I One year of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges; or One full year of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field. Assignment Level II – Two years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Assignment Level III Option A: Two years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level II; or Option B: Three years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Up to two years of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field can substitute for up to two years of experience. Assignment Level IV – Three years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level III. License Requirement At the time of appointment, the candidate must possess a motor vehicle driver's license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. Such a license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work. Preferred Skills Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. 55-a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Department of Transportation