Bridge Worker

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Bridge Worker

(Inventory)

Regular Position

Open

Edmundston District

Edmundston or Perth-Andover Bridge Crew

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 Brunswick's public infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick'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 to create an inventory for current and future vacancies in the Bridge Crew within the Edmundston District.

Reporting to the Bridge Supervisor the successful candidate will be responsible for the following responsibilities:

• constructing and erecting scaffolding;
• hanging staging;
• casting concrete;
• painting;
• constructing special components for bridges;
• repairing damaged sections of wooden bridges;
• building falsework and temporary bridges.

Work environment:

• Office location: Edmundston or Perth-Andover.
• 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:

• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Essential Qualifications:

• Completion of grade ten (10) and have two (2) years related work experience.
• Valid New Brunswick Class 5 driver's license.

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

Depending on the location applied for, written and spoken competence in English and/or French will be required. Please state your language capability.

Please indicate the location(s) you wish to be considered for.

• 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 Qualification(s):

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following asset:

• experience in the maintenance and construction of bridges.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application the asset qualifications 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, and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Bridgeworker: $26.12 per-hour, based on a 40- hour week.

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 November 14, 2025, indicating competition number (15108) 2025-D06-09. 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 the?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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