Bridge Operator 01
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION APPLICANTS MUST HAVE FILED FOR THE DCAS BRIDGE OPERATOR EXAM #4021. PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED.
Operates machinery to open and close movable bridges. Inspects and makes routine repairs to electrical and mechanical equipment. Assists in the cleaning of roadways, bridge houses, and engine rooms. Keeps records and makes reports of accidents and bridge openings; employees may be assigned to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Performs related duties.
Hours: 7:00am – 3:00 pm lunch – ½ hour
Location: 345 East 59th Street
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver’s license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply online at nyc.gov/studentloans or nyc.gov/dcas.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
1. For appointment to Assignment level I
A. One year of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges; or
B. One full year of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field.
2. For appointment to Assignment Level II
Two years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges.
3. For appointment to Assignment Level III
A. Two years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level II; or
B. Three years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Up to two years of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field can substitute for up to two years of experience.
4. For appointment to Assignment Level IV
Three years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level III.
License Requirement
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.

Preferred Skills

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver’s license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.