| Job Title |
Drawbridge Operator |
| Job Description |
Controls Railroad Or Highway Drawbridge Over Waterways To
Permit Passage Of Vessels: Observes Approaching Vessels And
Listens For Whistle Signal From Vessel Indicating Desire To
Pass. Moves Levers That Activate Traffic Signals And Alarms,
Lower Gates To Halt Street Traffic, Or Activate Interlocking
Railroad Signals To Warn Oncoming Railroad Trains. Starts Motors
Of Drawbridge And Moves Levers To Raise Or Turn Drawbridge,
Giving Vessels Passage. Signals Vessels To Pass Through Opening.
Inspects Drawbridge And Auxiliary Equipment. Cleans, Oils, And
Greases Machinery. Writes And Submits Maintenance Work
Requisitions. Prepares Reports Of Accidents Occurring On Or To
Bridge. Records Name Of Vessels Passing And Number Of Trains Or
Vehicles Crossing Bridge. May Relay Messages To Vessels In
Waterway. May Make Repairs And Adjustments To Drawbridge. May Be
Required To Hold Railway Signalman Certificate Or Similar
License.
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