Bridge Worker (2)

Kind of Work

We are currently accepting applications for 2 Bridge Worker vacancies. One vacancy is located in Pike Lake (near Duluth, MN) and the other is in Virginia, Minnesota. Bridge Workers perform routine semi-skilled operation of a variety of heavy construction equipment and tools, and general laborer work in the construction and maintenance of County bridges.


The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $23.95 - $33.59 per hour. 2026 rates are currently pending.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class operates a variety of heavy construction equipment and intermittently performs strenuous physical labor in the excavation, structural fabrication and assembly of preformed culverts and timber, steel and concrete span bridges in the County road system. Duties include operating a variety of equipment in the construction, repair and maintenance of existing County bridges. The work is performed under the direction of a Bridge Supervisor.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT : Push/pull up to 10 pounds; balance; coordination; crouch/squat*; grasp/handle; sit*; stand*; stoop/bend; walk*; hearing; vision; and work outside. FREQUENT : Push/pull up to 100 pounds; climb ladders; elevated work; reach; reach above shoulder; rotate trunk; and drive. OCCASIONAL : Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; push/pull over 100 pounds (2-person); climb stairs; crawl; and kneel.

• indicates maximum activity - varies depending upon assignment.

Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• One (1) year full-time paid verifiable experience as a general laborer in heavy building or road/bridge construction.
• Possession of a Class 'B' Commercial Driver's License without an airbrake restriction with the ability to obtain a Class 'A' Commercial Driver's License with a tank vehicle endorsement and without any of the following restrictions within six (6) months of employment: air brake, full air brake, manual transmission or tractor trailer. Failure to obtain the appropriate Class 'A' License prior to completion of probation will result in termination from the position.

NOTE: Upon completion of one consecutive, full-time year of service as a Bridge Worker, recommendation of the Department Head, a satisfactory performance appraisal in the most recent rating period, and successful completion of an equipment operator performance exam, an employee shall be authorized promotion to the Bridge Worker Senior class.



Please attach a front-and-back copy of your driver's license in the resume attachment of the online application. Or, you can email it to [email protected], fax it to 218-725-5054, or mail it/drop it off at the following address: St. Louis County Human Resources, 100 N 5th Ave W, Room 1, Duluth, MN 55802. We can't accept your application unless we receive a copy of your driver's license because we need to confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications.



RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental Questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 11-17.


Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.



Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.



TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:

March 18, 2026 - Applicant screening will begin.

Week of April 6, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed

Week of April 20, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at



VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.



PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.



DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.



BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.



EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION :
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.



PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.



NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.