Join Our Team as a Bridge Tunnel Operations Crewmember!
17 days ago
Hampton
Job DescriptionSalary: $17 an hour Are you seeking a dynamic, positive work environment where you can take ownership of your role? Do you enjoy working independently while making a direct impact on public safety? We have an exciting opportunity for a Bridge Tunnel Operations Crewmember to play a key role in traffic incident management and ensure the safety of travelers in our bridge tunnel facility. In this position, youll enjoy a mix of responsibility and autonomy while contributing to the smooth operation of the facility. Your duties will include vehicle inspections, facility security, and managing traffic to keep things running safely and efficiently. Youll also have the chance to learn and grow through paid training, including certification in DOT standards and CPR. Why Youll Love This Role: • Independence & Responsibility: Youll have the autonomy to manage your station, ensure safety, and carry out essential tasks with minimal supervision, all while being supported by a close-knit, team-oriented environment., • Paid Training: We provide comprehensive training, including certification in DOT procedures and CPR, ensuring you are fully equipped for success. Requirements & Qualifications: • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Attention to detail and commitment to safety, • Willingness to complete paid training, including certifications PEMCCO, Inc. is an Information Technology and Information Management (IT/IM) services firm. We assist our customers in maximizing existing and emerging technologies to achieve their desired business productivity objectives. Living the Culture and Making It Happen is the motto we live by. We Live the Culture by carrying out the tenets of our Core Values of Loyalty, Integrity, and Commitment to our Customers and Employees every day. We Make It Happen by following Smart Organization Healthy Organization (SOHO) principles for internal and external communications and the successful execution of projects. We are seeking a Bridge Tunnel Operations Crewmember to be an integral part of the overall traffic incident management strategy and responsible for vehicle inspection and facility security. This position works primarily in inspection booths on the tunnel facility grounds and will work independently, as directed and monitored by the VDOT Representative. This position offers a consistent, set schedule with a guaranteed 40 hours a week, paid training, and opportunities for overtime available. Applicants must successfully pass a background check. Please note that individuals with certain convictions may not qualify for this position due to the nature of the job responsibilities. A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Essential Functions: • Occupy inspection station locations, stop, and inspect vehicles for over-height, hazardous materials, facility security threats, and violations. Document issues and vehicles encountered, and always notify the Operations Crew Lead and control room of the status., • Provide security by standing watch at various stations, remaining alert and highly visible, investigating and reporting suspicious activities, directing and controlling traffic throughout the facility safely and professionally, and utilizing appropriate traffic control techniques (hand signals, whistle, voice, STOP/SLOW paddles, etc.)., • Possess the ability to maintain valid DMV licensure and operate various types of vehicular equipment that include SUVs, Passenger Vans, and Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks with arrow-board (i.e., GMC 2500)., • Possess the physical ability to flag high-volume traffic and prolonged standing in adverse weather conditions., • Operate hand tools to include, but not limited to, shovels, brooms, etc., • Assist State/Local Police, fire, rescue, other emergency responders, and maintenance personnel in emergencies and routine operations, using pertinent safety techniques (CPR/First Aid, etc.) and equipment. Maintain a thorough knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and other applicable regulations. Perform necessary housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe work area. Operate a patrol vehicle, monitor roadway conditions, and assist stranded or disabled motorists on the roadway., • Respond to motorists and coworkers by providing clear, accurate information and directions in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Ready to respond in case of an emergency in the tunnel., • Perform inspections of assigned work areas, including buildings, facility equipment, etc. Perform daily housekeeping duties to provide a safe, clean work environment., • Perform facility and grounds inspections, including multi-story industrial buildings., • Possess the ability to process over-height violations at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel (HRBT) and the Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge Tunnel (MMMBT), including violator vehicle escorts and turnaround procedures., • Provide wide-load escorts at MMMBT and HRBT utilizing vehicular equipment., • Provide incident support, including scene clean up, tunnel evacuations, traffic control and place detour protocols, etc., • Possess the ability to operate various types of computer equipment and software., • Possess the ability to utilize portable and permanent mount two-way radio equipment and articulate clear and concise communications., • Perform light to moderate manual labor, including, but not limited to, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting to 50 pounds, walking, and sitting for prolonged periods., • Complete accurate and concise records utilizing Inspection Station Reports, Vehicle Inspections, Response Unit Inspections, etc., • Possess the ability to dispatch and deploy the Incident Response Trailer utilizing the equipment to incident scenes at HRBT, MMMBT, and JRB. This includes pre-trip inspections and post-usage stocking., • Expanded duties, subject to assignment: Monitor the safety of roadways (vehicle crashes, disabled/abandoned vehicles, debris, and lane-closing events, signal malfunctions, and general incident/congestion)., • Provide roadside assistance to stranded motorists (including changing tires, giving battery jumps, providing fuel, removing debris from the travel lanes, etc.)., • Work closely with other first responders at highway incidents by providing incident response, on-scene traffic control, and basic first aid., • Communicate with Control Room staff regarding disabled vehicles, abandoned vehicles, debris, and lane-closing events and coordinate operations., • High School Diploma or GED., • Knowledge of traffic control operations, rules, and procedures, • Knowledge of Hampton Roads Interstate and local roadways., • Strong command of the English language and ability to communicate both in writing and verbally; bilingualism in Spanish is an asset., • Experience in radio and phone communications., • General working knowledge of vehicle maintenance., • Two (2) to three (3) years of experience directing and controlling traffic, conducting and documenting vehicle inspections., • Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment., • Computer literate; Windows-based application and Apple devices experience., • Schedule flexibility., • Virginia Driver's License (in good standing)., • Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job as outlined above., • Ability to work weekends and holidays in a variety of weather conditions., • Ability to work diligently in a noisy environment., • 90-day probation period., • Required VDOT/Industry training., • Dangerous work environment associated with on-foot roadway movement., • Significant all-season/all-hour Interstate driving., • Potential for significant periods of sitting or standing., • May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments., • Safety and organizational clothing and equipment required (provided)., • Monitored performance with routine evaluation., • Frequent interaction with the public/media. Benefits: • 15 days of Paid Time Off, • 11 Paid Holidays, • Medical, Dental, and Vision, • Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Whole Life Plus, Identity Theft, and Law Assure