Bridge Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Bridge Maintenance Technician performs maintenance on bridges and sign structures to ensure safe travel. Responsibilities include inspections, repairs, sealing, cleaning, patching, graffiti removal, and tightening hardware. The role involves working at heights with strict safety measures, setting up traffic control, operating tools and light equipment, and documenting work completed. Outdoor work may occur in all weather conditions, including nights and weekends, and on-call emergency responses. Join our team to grow your skills and tackle complex infrastructure challenges.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform bridge and sign structure maintenance, including concrete patching, crack / joint sealing, spall repairs, epoxy injections (as trained), bearing cleaning and lubrication, anchor / bolt tightening, and protective coatings.
• Work at heights using bucket trucks, lifts, scaffolding, and approved access methods; always use fall protection and rescue equipment near edges, over water, and in confined or elevated spaces.
• Inspect and clean bridge drainage systems, scuppers, and downspouts; clear debris to maintain proper flow and prevent deck and substructure deterioration.
• Support structural and appurtenance repairs on sidewalks, approaches, parapets, guardrail / bridge rail, attenuators, cabinets, and sign structures; verify alignment and hardware torque after repairs.
• Perform general roadway maintenance near structures, including pothole patching, minor asphalt and concrete repairs, fence and sign repair / replacement, and litter and debris removal.
• Conduct vegetation management around bridge ends, abutments, and sign foundations, including mowing, trimming, brush cutting, and supervised herbicide application to maintain sightlines and access.
• Clean and grade ditches and drainage features near bridges and approaches; maintain shoulders and slopes, and implement basic erosion control as directed.
• Set up and maintain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and temporary traffic control per MUTCD and state standards; perform flagging and protect work zones on bridges and narrow shoulders.
• Operate hand and power tools and light equipment, including commercial mowers, tractors, skid steers, mini‑excavators, chain saws, pole saws, blowers, compactors, and forklifts, within training and authorization limits.
• Make minor low-voltage lighting and electrical repairs to bridge and sign lighting as directed; escalate larger electrical issues to qualified personnel.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; drive company trucks and tow trailers or arrow boards; ensure proper load securement and DOT compliance.
• Complete preventive maintenance on tools, vehicles, and equipment; keep service records current and report defects promptly.
• Document work orders, inspections, materials, equipment hours, and before / after photos using paper forms and mobile devices accurately and on time.
• Provide after-hours emergency response during on-call rotations, including incident response, debris removal, and urgent structural or drainage issues.
• Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment safely; maintain clean, organized vehicles, yards, and work sites; follow all safety and environmental procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project schedules, inspections, and emergency operations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

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EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE :

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications