Bridge Worker

Job summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for constructing and maintaining bridge infrastructure, including scaffolding, concrete work, and repairs. They will report to the Bridge Supervisor and perform tasks such as painting and building temporary bridge structures.

Job details

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Bridge Worker Seasonal Position Open Moncton District Rexton 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 Reporting to the Bridge Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 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: Rexton 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) Two (2) years related work experience Valid Class 5 driver’s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may 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 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 one or more of 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: Bridge Worker: $27.72 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 October 27, 2026, indicating competition number (17707) 2026-D03-16. 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 Programcontributing 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! Subscribe to our newsletter

What you’ll do

The successful candidate will be responsible for constructing and maintaining bridge infrastructure, including scaffolding, concrete work, and repairs. They will report to the Bridge Supervisor and perform tasks such as painting and building temporary bridge structures.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed grade ten and possess at least two years of related work experience. A valid Class 5 driver’s license issued by the Province of New Brunswick is also required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Health and Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Scaffolding construction
• Staging installation
• Concrete casting
• Painting
• Bridge component construction
• Wooden bridge repair
• Falsework building
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Results orientation
• Inventory Staging
• Working at Heights
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Results Orientation
• Newsletters
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
• Cooperation
• Economics
• English Language
• Interactive Communications
• Green Infrastructure

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Government & Public Sector
• Transportation
• Bridge Worker
• Plasterer / Stucco Mason
• Plasterers
• Plasterers and Stucco Masons

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