Perform maintenance, repairs and follow all safety regulations over water ways and above 300', sandblasting, painting, washing, greasing, oiling, bolting, caulking, forming, cement work and inspections of the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) using various tools, equipment, materials, and specialized knowledge and principles of maintenance trades. Perform concrete repairs on substructure, deck, curbs, sidewalks and bituminous surfaces. Perform all related work required on all approaches, buildings, and right of ways. Operate a motor vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination with a Gross Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds when operating heavy duty dump trucks, snow plow trucks, water tanker trucks, wind escorting, etc.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (7) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (E9) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for. For information on benefits, visit or .
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Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Steeplejack 7
No specific type or amount is required.
Steeplejack 8
Two years of experience assisting skilled trades' workers in the steeplejack trade.
Steeplejack E9
Four years of experience in the installation, erection, maintenance, repair, painting, dismantling, and inspection of unusually high structures (such as bridges and radio towers), including two years of experience equivalent to a Steeplejack 8.
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All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.