Bridge and Lock Tenders
Operate and tend bridges, canal locks, and lighthouses to permit marine passage on inland waterways, near shores, and at danger points in waterway passages. May supervise such operations. Includes drawbridge operators, lock operators, and slip bridge operators.
Common Job Titles
- Bridge Operator
- Bridge Tender
- Lock Tender
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Bridge and Lock Tenders (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
2,720
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $32,690. 25th percentile: U.S. $43,700. 50th percentile: U.S. $58,490. 75th percentile: U.S. $69,530. 90th percentile: U.S. $74,400. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $32,690 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $74,400 |
| Workers on average earn | $56,520 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Public Safety and Security3.4/5
- English Language3.3/5
- Telecommunications3.0/5
- Education and Training2.9/5
- Transportation2.8/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- Email software
- Virtual private networking VPN software
- Word processing software
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable wrenches
- Balance weights
- Bitts
- Bridge traffic signals
- Cable lines
- Closed circuit television CCTV monitoring systems
- Desktop computers
- Electric drawbridges