Bridge Tender Job Description Template

Job title

Bridge Tender

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable bridge tender to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will open and close bridges, stop traffic and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Open and close bridges
• Stop traffic
• Operate locks
• Communicate with vessels
• Inspect equipment
• Keep logs
• Report problems
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of bridge controls and lock operation
• Attention and reliability
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• Agency training
• Marine radio training
• First aid
• Experience with bridge control panels

Skills

• Marine radio
• Traffic control
• Equipment checks
• Logs
• Calm
• Communication

Work environment and schedule

Tenders work in bridge houses and lock control rooms. Shifts cover 24/7 operations.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.