This is supervisory field work in supervising the operation, maintenance and repair of fixed and power operated bridges throughout the county.

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of subordinates engaged in the operation of bascule, vertical lift and swing moveable bridges and the maintenance and repair of fixed bridges, bascule, vertical lift and swing moveable bridges. Emphasis of the work is on coordination of employees, materials and equipment in bridge operations and performing preventive maintenance, emergency and routine repairs, and making modifications to existing bridge structures. Supervision is exercised over skilled trades employees, repairers and other employees by assignment of work and inspection of work in progress and upon completion for adherence to prescribed standards and specifications. Supervision is received from a technical and administrative superior through personal inspections and conferences for satisfactory operation, maintenance and repair of all bridges.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Plans, assigns and reviews the work of subordinate trades employees, repairers, and other employees engaged in painting, chipping, scraping steel beams and structures, rigging and setting scaffolding, repairing and replacing decking, handrails, wood barriers, maintaining and repairing bridge houses, window frames and doors, constructing and installing traffic gates, and performing welding and gunite preparation and application including removal of spalled and deteriorated parts of the bridge structure, sand blasting, re-rod installation and correct application of gunite.

Plans, assigns and reviews the work of trades employees engaged in repairing and installing switch panels, lights and circuits, installing reducing transformers, traffic warning and gate lights, adjusting electrical thruster brakes, replacing worn-out conduit and wire and assuring electrical inter-lock systems are in working order.

Periodically performs physical inspection of bridges to determine extent of repair or modifications required; assists engineers with inspections, examines blue prints and estimates cost of materials and labor necessary to complete work; prepares diagrams of work for subordinates.

Oversees equipment and vehicles used in bridge operation and maintenance; assures proper scheduling and preventive maintenance.

Oversees the construction and placement of temporary and permanent foot-bridges and fences associated with all types of bridges.

Responds, investigates and initiates action concerning citizen complaints regarding bridge maintenance problems; responds to the U.S. Coast Guard and citizens concerning bridge opening and closure problems.

Plans, schedules, assigns and reviews the work of Bridge Operators assigned to all bascule bridges on the Miami River and Biscayne Bay; schedules and provides training for bridge operators; maintains records regarding bridge openings.

Communicates, posts and enforces U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations regarding bridges; coordinates, posts and enforces rules and regulations regarding restricted and special event bridge openings.

Requisitions supplies and materials necessary for bridge maintenance and repair.

Communicates and enforces established safety measures and regulations.

Confers with supervisor upon discovery of unusual equipment or maintenance problems; responds to emergencies involving failure of power bridge to operate properly and assures prompt repair.

Keeps records of time and materials required for jobs and submits reports; reviews work reports of subordinates.

Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline and promotion of subordinates; authorizes leave and overtime; evaluates and rates employee performance.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the maintenance and repair of fixed and power operated bridges.

Considerable knowledge of the principles and theories of hydraulic, mechanical and electronic equipment as applied to the maintenance and repair of power operated bridges.

Considerable knowledge of the operating, repair and maintenance characteristics of power operated bridges.

Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the repair and maintenance of bridges.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

Ability to supervise a group of subordinate tradesmen, repairmen and other employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to coordinate work crews, equipment and materials in geographically separated areas.

Ability to interpret and work from simple blueprints, diagrams, sketches or construction plans.

Ability to accurately estimate quantities of materials and time required to complete bridge repair and maintenance jobs.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

REV. 3-84