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About the Role
The Tunnel and Bridge Agent (TBA) is responsible for patrolling assigned areas to control and expedite the movement of traffic and for responding to emergencies to protect life and property at the Port Authority's tunnel and bridge facilities. TBAs may be assigned to any Port Authority facility including the George Washington Bridge, Holland Tunnel or Lincoln Tunnel and Staten Island Crossings (Goethals Bridge, Bayonne Bridge and Outerbridge Crossing).
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of a TBA during an emergency include, but are not limited to:
Those hired for the position will be required to successfully complete the Emergency Medical First Responder Certification Test, Basic Garage Training and On-the-job training (OJT), and Emergency Garage Training and related OJT which includes classes and hands-on work with heavy duty towing and recovery, vehicle firefighting, vehicle extrication, and Haz-Mat operations.
TBAs undergo a 9-week combined basic training and on-the-job training (OJT), where they are taught Professional First Aid, tunnel operations, emergency procedures, incident command, basic fire behavior, fire extinguisher handling, hazardous materials identification, and wheel lift operations. Once TBAs have obtained their Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the required endorsements, they then attend advanced training. During the approximately 10-week advanced training program and OJT, TBAs are instructed on all advanced job functions including heavy duty towing and recovery, vehicle firefighting, hazardous materials operations, and vehicle extrications are required to successfully complete training and obtain the required licenses/certifications as specified at the start of training; failure to do so may result in termination from employment.
The TBA position requires working under the following conditions:
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:
You will be required to obtain a Class A Interstate CDL license during training. A Class A CDL completion deadline will be given to you once training begins. Applicants should refer to the following websites for further information on obtaining a CDL:
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Desired Qualifications
Ideal candidates will present the following profile:
At the Port Authority of NY & NJ, our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive
workplace is unwavering. We recognize that not every candidate may meet every single
desired qualification outlined in the position description. We also welcome applications
from military veterans and their spouses and will review resumes for related experiences. If
you are interested in this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with all
qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
Selection Process
Qualified candidates will be assessed via a written exam, practical exam, and interview.
For this position, the following skills will be assessed:
Successful written-test candidates will be invited to participate in a hands-on performance test that will measure the candidate's strength and speed in the performance of the duties of the TBA job title.
Candidates who pass the performance test will be invited to participate in an interview that will measure candidates' abilities in areas such as:
This recruitment is for a start date of February 2026 and April 2026.
Please note the below training dates (all dates subject to change), where no time off is permitted during training:
February 2026 start date -
Basic Training: 2/17/2026 - 3/30/2026, OJT training ends 4/13/2026
Garage Training: 7/6/2026 - 8/24/2026, OJT training ends on 10/5/2026
April 2026 start date -
Basic Training: 4/27/2026 - 6/8/2026, OJT training ends 6/22/2026
Garage Training: 10/20/2026 - 12/12/2026, OJT training ends 1/25/2027
Register to take the written test at a time and date using the link that will be provided via email. The sooner you take the test, the better. Testing sites are open seven days a week.
Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a
background check. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Compensation & Benefits
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers an outstanding benefits package
and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.
The starting salary for the Tunnel and Bridge Agent position is: $21.03 hourly. This salary is subject to the collective bargaining agreement for this position.
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