Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyTransportation, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleBridge Repair Assistant/TR1/TR2 (Region 5 Chautauqua Co.)

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $38694 to $50884 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 5%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 7:30 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 4 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? Yes

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Chautauqua

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address NYS DOT - Bridge Maintenance

109 E. Chautauqua St.

The city where the vacancy is located. City Mayville

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14757

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The incumbent will perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities, in combination of trades associated with bridge repair and maintenance.

The duties of this position require the following:

• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the various trades as they apply to bridge repair and maintenance operations.

• Basic knowledge of Highway Safety Manual as it applies to bridge repair maintenance operations. Ability to perform above ground work in the repair and maintenance of bridges.

• The ability to use and operate tools, equipment, vehicles required in the bridge repair and maintenance operations.

• The ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

• The ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor.

Candidates will be required to work Winter Maintenance performing Snow & Ice removal activities. Candidates will be required to be included in the Department’s written respiratory protection program.


Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the Department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Journey Level – Two years experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesman, or training through completion of a technical course in a bridge or technical trade at a school or institute. Candidate must also have a Class B Commercial Driver License.

Trainee 2 – Commercial Driver License, and more than one year, but less than two years of qualifying experience (as described in journey level quals.)

Trainee 1 – Class D Motor Vehicle License, and less than one year of qualifying experience (as described in journey level quals.)

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments ***THIS JOB WILL BE LOCATED IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY***


The starting salary for Bridge Repair Assistant Trainee 1 is $47,694. The amount is comprised of the base salary of $38,694 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

The starting salary for Bridge Repair Assistant Trainee 2 is $49,833. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $40,833 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

The starting salary for Bridge Repair Assistant is $54,539. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $45,539 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.


The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Richard L. Felber, P.E.

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 716-847-3132

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address dot.sm.r05.bridge.maintenance@dot.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 100 SENECA ST

100 Seneca Street, 5th Floor

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Buffalo

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 14203

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R5-25-39 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2025 to:

Richard L. Felber, P.E.
Acting Regional Bridge Maintenance Engineer
100 Seneca Street, 5th Floor
Buffalo, N.Y. 14203

Fax: 716-847-3132 or

E-mail: dot.sm.r05.bridge.maintenance@dot.ny.gov