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STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE - Department of Transportation BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III (Job Id 50815) in Epping, New Hampshire
BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III (Job Id 50815) Location: US: NH: EPPING
Occupation Category: 47-0000 Construction and Extraction Occupations Employment Type: FULL-TIME Post Date: 03/27/2026 Close Date: 04/23/2026
Salary: 15.930-26.410 USD
Description
State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Transportation Bureau of Bridge Maintenance 73 Old Hedding Road/ Epping, NH
BRIDGE MAINTAINER I - III Position #21681 Bridge Maintainer I: $15.93/hour - $20.80/hour Bridge Maintainer II: $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour Bridge Maintainer III: $19.96/hour - $26.41/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire. NHDOT Recruitment Brochure
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, has a full-time vacancy for a Bridge Maintainer I - III.
SUMMARY:
BRIDGE MAINTAINER I To perform semi-skilled bridge construction work, assisting other bridge maintainers in maintenance, repairs, and construction associated with bridge maintenance activities.
BRIDGE MAINTAINER II To perform semi-skilled and skilled bridge construction work, assisting other bridge maintainers in maintenance, repairs, and construction associated with bridge maintenance activities.
BRIDGE MAINTAINER III To perform skilled bridge construction and maintenance duties assisting and supervising work performed by other bridge maintainers and acts as crew supervisor in the absence of the Bridge Construction Supervisor.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BRIDGE MAINTAINER I
Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent credential
License/Certification: Valid drivers license
Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
Trainee Option: Not applicable
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes Criteria: 47203002BGA01 (Bridge Maint to Level 3) For promotion from the 47-2030 Carpenters-2 job title to the 47-2030 Carpenters-3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BRIDGE MAINTAINER II
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
License/Certification: Valid drivers license
Other Requirements:
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency
- Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in bridge construction, carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL-B) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes Criteria: 47203003BGA01 (Bridge Main to Level 4) For promotion from the 47-2030 Carpenters-3 job title to the 47-2030 Carpenters-4 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BRIDGE MAINTAINER III
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in carpentry, concrete construction, structural welding, structural steel erection, structural steel painting, timber construction, or operation of heavy construction equipment, with at least 1 year as a Bridge Maintainer II or equivalent.
License/Certification: Valid Drivers License (CDL-A or CDL-B) with tank and air brake endorsements.
Other Requirements:
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
- Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements
Trainee Option: Not applicable
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A) with tank and air brake endorsements within 1 year
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
BRIDGE MAINTAINER I
Performs masonry, carpentry, welding, wood and steel fabrication, structural steel placement, and reinforcement of steel and bridge components.
Assists in work zone traffic control, environmental controls for wetlands, safety and security inspections, assembly and installation of temporary bridges such as Bailey Bridges, and maintenance of moveable span bridges.
Assists in the use of rigging slings, scaffolds, and staging for safe lifting of material and equipment for repair, painting and construction purposes.
Understands and applies procedures related to work zone safety, health, personnel rules, and hazardous material. Properly uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Works continuously in dangerous environment which includes high speed traffic, night work, hazardous materials, heights, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, various river conditions, and disaster situations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
Operates heavy pneumatic tools, sometimes in restricted movement areas, working overhead, lifting and placing heavy materials.
Climbs and works from scaffolds high above the ground.
Performs work in full co