Public Works Bridge Carpenter

Douglas County Public Works Full time positions available with competitive full-family benefit package. PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings. Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist. This position is eligible for representation by the TEAMSTERS LOCAL UNION No. 223

Job Summary: This position performs duties associated with bridge construction and maintenance; operates and performs routine maintenance on bridge equipment; performs manual tasks.

Essential Functions: This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

• Build forms for concrete abutments, piers, decks and slabs; assist in pouring, vibrating and finishing concrete. • Cut, bend and place metal reinforcement. • Build a wide variety of items utilizing finish to rough carpentry skills, such as: office workstations and related furniture to storage sheds, buildings. • Operate medium to heavy sized equipment, such as: boom truck, flat bed truck, compressor and related bridge equipment. May, on an infrequent basis, operate other road maintenance equipment. Load and safely transport equipment and materials. Perform pre-trip inspections. • Perform repair on assigned equipment; includes minor maintenance and servicing, etc.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred: • Two years experience in bridge maintenance and construction or operation heavy road maintenance equipment Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of equipment, materials, practices and procedures used in maintenance and construction of wooden, steel and concrete bridges; considerable knowledge of finish to rough carpentry; considerable knowledge of minor repair of equipment; thorough knowledge of safety procedures; reasonable knowledge of the traffic laws and safety rules governing operations of motor vehicles and equipment on public roads. Skill in: Performing specialized work; performing maintenance on equipment; safe operation of vehicles, equipment and tools used in area of responsibility; safe operation of equipment under adverse conditions. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; ability to work from plans, specifications and re-enforcing steel details; estimate time and materials and manage time efficiently; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, contractors, vendors and the public.