Bridge Worker 6-E8 (Painter/Maintenance) Mackinac Bridge

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　　Bridge Worker 6-E8 (Painter/Maintenance) Mackinac Bridge

　　Salary

　　$19.78 - $27.81 Hourly

　　Location

　　St. Ignace, MI

　　Job Type

　　Seasonal

　　Job Number

　　5901-24-MBA-1-BW-Painter-SE

　　Department

　　Transportation

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Bargaining Unit

　　MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Job Description

　　This is a seasonal position. The appointment will typically start in April and end in October each year.

　　Perform maintenance, repairs and follow all safety regulations over water ways and above 300', sandblasting, painting, washing, greasing, oiling, bolting, caulking, forming, cement work and inspections of the Mackinac Bridge using various tools, equipment, materials, and specialized knowledge and principles of maintenance trades. Operate a Motor Vehicle or vehicle combination with a Gross Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds when driving snowplow, blast trucks, truck mounted reachall, and water tanker trucks for snowplowing bridge plaza and bridge, getting sandblasting equipment to specific areas of the bridge, cleaning entire road deck and trusses of the bridge and reach and sandblast areas of the bridge underneath the road deck.

　　For additional information, please see the links below:

　　Position Details (http://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PDBRDGWKREA04RBWPAINTERJAN2024Update.pdf)

　　All about MDOT

　　For information on benefits, visitwww.michigan.gov/mdcs/employeebenefitsorwww.michigan.gov/orsstatedc.

　　The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

　　Required Education and Experience

　　Education

　　Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

　　Experience

　　Bridge Worker 6

　　No specific type or amount is required.

　　Bridge Worker 7

　　One year of experience in bridge maintenance work or as a semi-skilled worker in bridge or industrial construction, including the operation of such equipment as cranes, pneumatic tools, air compressors, and concrete mixers equivalent to a Bridge Worker 6.

　　Bridge Worker E8

　　Two years of experience in bridge maintenance work or as a semi-skilled worker in bridge or industrial construction, including the operation of such equipment as cranes, pneumatic tools, air compressors, and concrete mixers equivalent to a Bridge Worker, including one year equivalent to a Bridge Worker 7.

　　Additional Requirements and Information

　　Possession of a Commercial Learner's Permit at the time of hire. Continuing employment requires possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) group A with an N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions which must be obtained within twelve months from the date of hire.

　　View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/BridgeWorker_12363_7.pdf

　　All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

　　The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

　　Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

　　If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Katianna Shaft at [email protected].

　　State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. In 2022,Forbesranked the State of Michigan in theTop 10 of America’s Best Employers For New Grads (https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-for-new-grads/?sh=5be036b2203a) and as the #1 employer for new grads in government services. More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

　　Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

　　Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

　　Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

　　Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

　　Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

　　Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

　　Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

　　Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

　　Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

　　Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

　　Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

　　Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

　　Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

　　Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

　　Updated: 11/14/2022

　　01

　　Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　BRDGWKR – Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　BRDGWKR - Please select your level of experience.

　　None

　　One to two years of experience in bridge maintenance work or as a semi-skilled worker in bridge or industrial construction, including the operation of such equipment as cranes, pneumatic tools, air compressors, and concrete mixers equivalent to a Bridge Worker.

　　Two to three years of experience in bridge maintenance work or as a semi-skilled worker in bridge or industrial construction, including the operation of such equipment as cranes, pneumatic tools, air compressors, and concrete mixers equivalent to a Bridge Worker.

　　At least three years of experience in bridge maintenance work equivalent to a Bridge Worker.

　　04

　　BRDGWKR - Do you possess a valid driver's license?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Do you possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Commercial Learner's Permit?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　If you do not possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit, are you willing and able to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit prior to being hired into this position and are you willing and able to obtain a Group A CDL with the N or X endorsement from the State of Michigan within twelve months of being hired into this position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　I already possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit

　　07

　　Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation employee?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　How many years' experience do you have in assisting in or performing painting and/or sandblasting of structural steel?

　　None

　　Less than 1 year

　　1 to 3 years

　　3 to 5 years

　　5 or more years

　　09

　　If you indicated you have experience in assisting in or performing painting and/or sandblasting of structural steel, please describe the extent of your experience AND make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, type N/A.

　　10

　　Do you have any fear of heights or confined spaces?

　　Yes

　　No

　　11

　　Do you understand that this is a seasonal position and the appointment will typically start in April and end in October each year?

　　Yes

　　No

　　12

　　In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

　　Yes

　　No

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　　MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

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　　Career Fair

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　　Employee Referral

　　Veterans Organization

　　Government Jobs

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　　State of Michigan

　　Department

　　Transportation

　　Address

　　425 West Ottawa Street

　　Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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