Bridge Maintenance Worker

This listing closes on 8/3/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

City of Saint Paul

Salary

$69,555.20 - $77,230.40 Annually

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26-UNSP-02072

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

8/3/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

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About the Position

The City of Saint Paul Public Works Department is hiring a Bridge Maintenance Worker to perform manual labor in the construction, repair, and maintenance of bridge decks, retaining walls, stairways, railings, guard rails, fencing supports, and other elevated structures. Here's what you can expect to do:

• Operate and maintain vehicles, equipment, hand tools, and power tools used for bridge construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Follow all safety rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures associated with the work.
• Prepare and maintains basic records on the work performed, and equipment and materials used.

For more information and essential functions, see our job description . Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader) , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

One year of experience working on bridge structures as a laborer or equivalent bridge experience including construction, maintenance, repair of bridge decks, supports, other elevated structures such as parking ramps, retaining walls, stairways, railings, guard rails, fencing, drainage systems; laying concrete including rehabilitating highways; or performing structural steel work. Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no restriction for airbrakes, or equivalent out of state driver's license.

The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations during the two year period prior to the date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded. Must possess a Minnesota, or equivalent out of state, Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License with no restrictions for airbrakes within 6 months from date of hire.

Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

How to Apply

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

Upload or submit the following documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

• A legible copy (both sides) of your valid Driver's License and
• A resume (optional)

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Learn more about our Hiring Process

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements and receive an assessment score of 75% or higher will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. You will be notified of your status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment

Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Human Resources Contact Information: Danni Smith at  Email: danni.smith The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran's Preference :
If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.  for more information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining…