SPEC:  DRAWBRIDGE OPERATOR
                             CALIFORNIA STATE PERSONNEL BOARD

                                                 SPECIFICATION


                                                     Schematic Code:  PI20
                                                     Class Code:      6358
                                                     Established:     1931
                                                     Revised:         11/16/93
                                                     Title Changed:   10/8/49


                                   DRAWBRIDGE OPERATOR


                                        DEFINITION

           Under direction, to operate the machinery and equipment of a movable
           span bridge; and to do other related work.


                                      TYPICAL TASKS

           Operates and maintains the machinery used in opening and closing a
           movable span bridge; operates and monitors marine band radio, mobile
           radio and telephone; observes prescribed safety rules, regulations,
           and marine laws applicable to the operation of a drawbridge;
           operates and cares for drawbridge lights; opens and closes barrier
           gates and gives proper warning signals during span movements;
           ensures that bridge machinery and equipment are maintained in good
           condition; makes regular and special reports on the operation of the
           bridge and the condition of the equipment; performs routine
           housekeeping duties.


                                  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

           Experience:  One year of experience in the operation and maintenance
           of electrically or mechanically operated heavy equipment.


                                 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

           Knowledge of:  The rules and safety practices of the United States
           Department of Transportation (Coast Guard) governing the operation
           of movable bridges over navigable waters in the State of California;
           operating mechanism of movable span bridges, including the control
           devices of variable speed electric motors.

           Ability to:  Learn the operation of electrically or mechanically
           operated equipment; learn the operation of marine band radio and
           mobile radio; follow directions; communicate at a level required for
           successful job performance; prepare clear and concise reports
           concerning the operation of the bridge, including the describing of
           accidents and unusual incidents; analyze situations accurately and
           adopt an effective course of action.


                             SPECIAL PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

           Dependability; safety-mindedness; ability to work extended periods
           of time without close supervision; willingness to work overtime, and
           irregular hours and days; a best corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or
           better in at least one eye; hearing sufficient to perform the
           essential functions of the job.


                                 DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT

           Applicants for positions in this class are required to pass a drug
           screening test.  Testing of current employees who are applicants in
           an examination or who are transferring is permitted only if the
           person does not have a current appointment to a class for which drug
           testing is a requirement.