Performs semi-skilled to skilled manual work in preventive maintenance, reconstruction and repair of municipal bridges, trestles, guard rails, and related structures.
- Assigned to and works on the bridge repair crew; however, employee is expected to work on other street maintenance crews, do unskilled manual work or perform other duties as conditions and weather require.
- Assists in the inspection, repair, reconstruction and preventative maintenance of all bridge elements, guardrails, trestles and related structures.
- Assists in removing, cutting, shaping and replacing damaged timbers, girders and plates which involve working over water and land at various heights and in tight confined spaces inhabited by bats and bugs.
- Cuts timbers and steel beams to size; drills, cuts and connects steel girders and expansion plates.
- Assists in the installation, repair and fabrication of rails, sidewalks, curbs, gates and fences, etc.
- Mixes and pours concrete, forms and ties rebar, builds and places concrete forms, sandblasts, mixes and applies gunite, applies sealers and paints as directed.
- Operates hand, mechanical and power tools as the job requires.
- May operate equipment including dump trucks, front-end loaders and other equipment as the job requires.
- Performs related work as required and assists in snow removal operations.
Open Entry Requirements:
Abilities & Experience: Able to read and write and must have one year of experience in construction performing carpentry, steel and concrete work.
License and Certifications:
(Employees in this job class must meet these requirements within one year of employment.)
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tank vehicle endorsement.
- NCCCO Certifications: Articulating Boom Crane, Articulating Boom Crane with Winch.
Lift Requirement:
- Job offer is contingent on passing a lift test.
- Enough strength to lift and carry material, such as concrete, weighing up to 100 lbs.
For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our website.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.
Upon request, at time of application, City of Spokane will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.
The examination will consist of a multiple-choice and short-answer test, with weights assigned as follows:
- Multiple-Choice 80%
- Short-Answer 20%
This is an online examination and will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided. Computer reservations can also be made through your local, public library.
Examination links with instructions will be emailed prior to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on the start date and will expire at 4:00 p.m. on the due date as listed below. Keep in mind that the test link will be emailed from City of Spokane (info@governmentjobs.com).
- Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, November 24, 2025, and Monday, December 8, 2025, will test Thursday, December 11, 2025, through Monday, December 15, 2025.
NOTE: You may begin the exam at any time during the test period; however, once you begin, you will have 1.5 hours to complete the examination. You may take the exam only once during the open recruitment period.
The examination may include such subjects as:
- Building & Construction
- Interpersonal Skills
- Road Work and Vehicle Operation
- Safety & Occupational Hazards
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.
