A variety of hand held and power carpentry tools and concrete tools such as jackhammers, concrete saws, floats, trowels and sand blasting equipment are used. May train, direct and advise lower level skilled trade workers on the bridge crew such as Equipment Operator A's and Carpenter Assistants. After assignments are received, performs routine work independently following established procedures. Employees in this class perform work activities ranging from the repair, construction and maintenance of bridges to performing finished carpentry and concrete work in a variety of settings. As a specialty crew member, work activities affect the agency's overall program responsibilities in bridge construction and maintenance.
Efficient work reduces the time a bridge is closed to the public for repairs and maintenance.
Lack or inadequacy of repairs may cause hazards to the traveling public and create additional costs for work to be performed. Occasional contact with the general public involves explaining the type of work being performed, time required for the completion of projects and time roads and bridges will be closed for repairs. Working skill in painting and the use of a cutting torch. Experience in rough and finished carpentry, concrete, steel work and painting. An equivalent combination of education and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this training and experience.