Salary : $40,959.61 - $68,433.26 AnnuallyLocation : Norfolk, VAJob Type: Permanent Full-timeJob Number: 13349Department: Public WorksDivision: Division of Streets & BridgesOpening Date: 07/30/2025Closing Date: 8/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern DescriptionDepartment of Public Works Division of Streets and Bridges is seeking a Mason to perform manual and some semi-skilled labor involving repairs or maintenance in the general construction, repair, and maintenance of city sidewalks, streets, and bridges and other related duties. Performs maintenance and repairs to the City's bridges, overpasses, underpasses and culverts to ensure compliance with Federal Bridge Inspection StandardsThe Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk's citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City's Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 8 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained. Hiring Salary Range: $40,960 - $47,104 (Additional $5,000 CDL Stipend upon obtaining Commercial Driver's License) Essential FunctionsEssential functions include but are not limited to:Performs maintenance and repairs on bridges, overpasses, underpasses, culverts, seawalls and other structures by replacing and repairing concrete and bulkheads, installing concrete embankments, replacing warning signs, repairing bridge decks, girders, pilings, abutments, and damaged guard railings. Cleaning and painting steel girders and bearings, replacing and sealing bridge expansion joints, compression seals and components.Repairs and replaces bridges and underpass lights and bridge fender channel navigation lights and units.Must be able to work in a boat in calm and rough water during day or night.Uses hand tools and power equipment.Reads and interprets plans, blueprints and state and federal specifications; performs the necessary tasks according to required standards for dimensions and finish.Finishes concrete by pouring concrete, raking, floating, troweling, edging, cutting joints, and brooming cement using various equipment and tools.Builds and designs forms for special projects and shapes concrete for specific jobs.Performs specialized bridge maintenance by repairing bridge decks, girders, pilings, abutments, replacing damaged railings and guard railings, cleaning and painting steel girders and bearings and joints.Cleans work site areas and equipment.Directs and instructs lesser skilled workers as assigned.Requires physical ability to stand, stoop, and bend.Must be able to load and unload equipment and lift a maximum of 75 pounds.Requires ability to understand oral and written instructions.Must be able to drive City vehicles and light construction equipment.Requires normal hearing, peripheral and night vision, and depth perception to safely work in areas with high traffic volume. Education/ExperienceWork requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.One years experience in masonry, asphalt or concrete. Additional Information & RequirementsPreferred License(s) and/or Certification(s): Must possess Driver's License. Must provide a copy of Division of Motor Vehicle driving record (obtained within last 30 days) during the interview.Must obtain a class B commercial driver's license within six months of employment with the City. Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. RetirementIf you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution. NOTE:The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. Non-CityPositions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions. 01 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 02 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly. 03 Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. 04 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A." 05 This position requires a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the capability of obtaining one within six (6) months of employment. Do you have or can you obtain a Class B CDL? Yes No 06 Briefly describe a previous work experience that you believe makes you well suited to perform the functions of this particular job. If no experience, type N/A. 07 This position requires you to set up and fit concrete forms and finish concrete. How many years' experiences do you have fitting concrete forms and finishing concrete? No experience Less than 2 years 2-4 years 4-6 years More than 6 years 08 I understand that this is an Essential position, which means I will be required to work extended shifts during emergencies and storms. I further understand I may be required to work an after-hours and on-call schedule. Would you be able to perform those duties? Yes No 09 The Department salary for this position is $40,960. This position is funded at the base salary of $40,960, would you be willing to accept this position at the base salary? Yes No 10 Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) I am not a Veteran I am a Veteran I am a Disabled Veteran Required Question
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See More Details >>Freyssinet, Inc. is currently looking to hire Construction Laborers for projects in the Nova region. We have projects running in Baltimore MD, Washington DC, Virginia Beach and Richmond, VA. Responsibilities: • Follow all safety rules and regulations; • Recognize and correct safety hazards; • Safely clean and maintain work site and equipment; • Support all field activities as required for project; • Operate equipment once trained and approved to do so. Freyssinet, Inc. has been at the forefront of providing specialized civil engineering technology, material supply, and installation for projects large and small in the United States for over 20 years. Freyssinet, Inc.'s ambition is to be the reference in the field of specialized civil engineering construction. Driven by a strong culture of safety, excellence, and performance, our vision is to be the partner of choice in the construction, repair, and maintenance of structures. Through responsible leadership of our men and women, we will strive to be at the forefront of innovation and to anticipate the future needs of our clients. We are proud to offer: • Paid Time Off • 6 Paid Holidays • Health Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance • 401k Retirement Plan with company match after one year Skills & Abilities: • Build and set forms for concrete foundations and other concrete building elements; • Be skilled in use of necessary hand and power tools; • Perform manual labor related tasks to support projects; • Comfortably work from heights; • Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb, or crawl; • Ability to exert heavy, physical effort. Handling average weight objects up to 50lbs • Listen, understand, and follow directions; • Comply with all safety procedures and practices and immediately correct unsafe conditions or behavior within the scope of ability; • Remain flexible on work assignments; • Possess excellent communication skills and work with a variety of personalities; • Perform basic arithmetic as needed; • Responsible for loading and unloading of materials and equipment; • Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with customer and co-workers; • Must pass pre-employment drug screen; • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Education & Experience: • Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred; • Must have at least 1-2 years of prior experience in bridge or concrete repair; • Must have the ability to pass required safety certifications. Equal Opportunity Employer Freyssinet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a zero-tolerance, drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. While the Company is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources. Women, Veterans and Minorities are encouraged to apply! EEOC 'Know Your Rights' https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf 'E-Verify' Poster https://implan.com/wp-content/uploads/E-Verify-Participation-Poster.pdf Please Note: At this time, we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship requirements.
See More Details >>Becoming a masonry worker in Norfolk, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masonry workers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010, and projects a 0% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Norfolk earn an average of $210.14 per week, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masonry workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
