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Working Title: Bridge Maintenance - Transportation Generalist Senior

Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 80892

• Location : Carlton; Duluth

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/10/2024

• Closing Date : 11/07/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 1-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : District 1A - Duluth / Bridge Maintenance Duluth

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.28 - $33.98 / hourly; $54,872 - $70,950 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Carlton Bridge Maintenance

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

To be considered for the first round of interviews, applications must be submitted by October 25, 2024.

MnDOT is seeking to fill openings on our Bridge Crew, based in Carlton, Minnesota! This team works to maintain, repair and renovate highway bridges so that structures are safe for the traveling public; and to construct, repair or renovate miscellaneous structures so that final product will meet industry standards. This position also assists in snow removal and related activities so that highways are safe to travel.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

Bridge Maintenance

• Performs and maintains necessary repairs and installations in the area of steel fabrication and erection of bridges and structures.

• Performs concrete work for the construction/ repair of bridges and structures.

• Performs carpentry duties related to bridges, buildings and structures.

• Cleans and prepares bridges, buildings, and structure surfaces for painting.

• Assists with or leads safety inspections on bridges and structures.

• Transfers and operates the full range of heavy equipment used by MnDOT.

• Determines proper traffic control layout in accordance with the Traffic Control Field Manual.

• Determines equipment, tools, materials and supplies needed to complete assignment.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Snow and Ice

• Maintains roadways for snow and ice control

• Prepares and inspects winter equipment

• Performs preseason snow route inspection and performs post storm cleanup

• Performs winter stockpile setup and transfer of anti-icing and de-icing chemicals

• Performs all work related to installing, repairing, maintaining, and removing snow fences; replacing mailboxes

• Maintains documentation on snow and ice data for accurate reporting of inventory and resource management

• Performs traffic control set-ups and/or provides notification to dispatch of disabled vehicles

NOTE: The incumbent will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. New employees must pass a pre-placement drug test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines (MDMA, MDA and MDEA) and acetylmorphine (6-AM).

The incumbent is required to be immediately accessible to a phone and be able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with:

• Two years of experience performing carpentry OR concrete OR iron work OR a combination of one or more of these activities.

• Some examples of carpentry may include: building construction; building repairs; or framing.

• Some examples of concrete work may include: grading; bridge construction, repair and maintenance; or forming, placing and finishing concrete.

• Some examples of iron work may include: structural steel erection; setting anchor bolts and inserts; gusset plate installation; placement of reinforcing steel or rebar; or rebar replacement.

• Note:A Two year technical trades training or degree (e.g., carpentry, concrete /masonry, etc.) or equivalent may be substituted for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript.)

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Licenses:

• A valid Driver’s License with the ability to upgrade to a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement and no airbrake restriction within 6 months from dates of hire.

Certifications: Must have ability to obtain required certifications as noted below.

• Introduction to Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges - within 6 months of hire

• MnDOT Certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader (Team Leader requires 5 years of practical experience to obtain) within 6 years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Student Worker, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist with documented satisfactory performance.

• Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement and no airbrake restriction.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work nights; may be required to work outside exposed to the weather elements (both hot and cold) on an intermittent basis. The employee will drive motorized vehicles in on and off-road conditions. Periodically, the employee will walk on even and uneven/sloping ground. The employee must frequently and continually rotate through various body positions (standing, twisting, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting). The employee will occasionally operate machinery and equipment (using vision and hearing) under varying temperatures. The employee may need to infrequently move between 50 and 70 pounds by pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying. The employee must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment to protect the head, eyes, hearing, respiration, visibility, and feet from injury. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to communicate through writing, speaking, and hearing, and able to communicate with the use of electronic communication equipment, i.e., telephone, 2-way radio, computer, etc.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

• Pre-employment physical

• This position is contingent upon the selected job candidate having a valid Commercial Driver’s License, submits to a Federal Department of Transportation Pre-employment drug test (with negative test results), is subject to future random drug and alcohol testing and is registered in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.