NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Bridge Operator - Electrical
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is a part of the City of Duluth, and they are seeking a Bridge Operator - Electrical to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of lift bridges. The role involves working a rotating shift schedule and includes responsibilities such as operating the Aerial Lift Bridge, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety for ships and pedestrians.
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Responsibilities
Operate the Aerial Lift Bridge
Operate gates, pedestrian barriers, traffic control signals, and warning devices, clear vehicle and/or pedestrian traffic from the spans, operate controls to raise and lower the spans, and monitor their correct sequence of operation
Operate support equipment including radar, marine radios, weather instruments, telephone, intercoms, scanners, closed circuit television, loudspeaker system, intrusion alarms, and malfunction indicators
Correspond with ships by watching and listening for their audible signals, and by sending audible, visual, and/or radio signals in response
Knowledge of how to operate the Minnesota Slip Pedestrian Bridge
Perform maintenance on the Aerial Lift Bridge and the Minnesota Slip Pedestrian Bridge
Greasing and oiling of gear reducers, bearings, gears, cables, and guides
Perform minor repairs to communication equipment, radar antennae, closed circuit TV systems, and power supplies
Maintain approaches, sidewalks, and decks so that they are free from ice, snow, and other safety hazards
Cleaning and other custodial activities to include painting, cleaning, and maintenance of the control room, machinery rooms, generator room, shops, and storage areas
Assist with the replacement of steel operating cables, electric cables, counterweight guides, roadway gates, walks, and other mechanical devices
Assist with troubleshooting of computer-controlled AC and DC electric drive systems, and associated electrical equipment: batteries, motors, brakes, transformers, relays, etc., using test equipment and technical schematics and manuals
Test and maintain diesel and natural gas power plants which supply auxiliary power
Inspect, adjust, and maintain a variety of electrical systems, equipment, and wiring
Inspect and adjust a variety of mechanical equipment
Attend specialized training to upgrade knowledge necessary for effective job performance
Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
A minimum of one (1) year specialized electrical training, plus two (2) years of experience working with large electrically-operated machinery; OR three (3) years of experience working with complex mechanized equipment; OR one (1) year of experience working with computer-controlled electrical equipment; OR a minimum of three (3) years of related education and/or full-time, verifiable professional experience to include electrically-operated, complex mechanized, or computer-controlled equipment as a primary responsibility
Possession of a Minnesota Maintenance Electrician or equivalent
Benefits
Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
Paid Holidays
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Benefits
Deferred Compensation
Training and Advancement Opportunities
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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