Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Bridgeworker

Two (2) Seasonal Positions

Open

Saint John District

St. George & Renforth Bridge Crews

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswickâ??s public infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructureâ??s mission is to contribute to New Brunswickâ??s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking two (2) individuals to join the Saint John District as Bridgeworkers working with the St. George and Renforth Bridge Crews.

Bridgeworker, you will work under the direction of the Bridge Supervisor and be responsible for:

• Constructing and erecting scaffolding
• Hanging staging
• Casting concrete
• Painting
• Constructing special components for bridges
• Repairing damaged sections of wooder bridges
• Building falsework and temporary bridges

Work environment

• Office location: St. George and Renforth
• Work holidays, weekends, shift and/or variable hours.
• May work in adverse weather conditions and must be able to work at heights.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies

• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation

Essential qualifications

• Completion of grade ten (10) and have two (2) years related experience.
• Possession of a valid New Brunswick Class 5 driverâ??s license.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Please ensure that your application indicates the location for which you wish to be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Asset Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate experience in the construction of bridges. Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application the asset qualification in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Classification: $26.12 per hour.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by April 30, 2025, indicating competition number (13491)2025-D04-05. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per theâ?¯Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

The New Brunswick Public Service: Improving the lives of New Brunswickers every day!

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