Traffic Device Maintenance Worker

Job Description:

Traffic Device Maintenance Worker

Description

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Under general supervision, to do a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control devices, pavement markings, and parking meters; to collect money from parking meters.

Performance Examination : Applicants meeting the minimum requirements and the City's driving standards will be scheduled for a performance examination on October 22nd or October 23rd requiring successful operation of a LineLazer IV and a written examination. Rain dates will be scheduled if needed.

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The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Residency Incentive Program
• Paid Volunteer Time-Off
• Parental Leave
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Activities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
• Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
• Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
• Employee Discount Program

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
• One year experience in on-street pavement marking layout and installation and/or traffic control signage installation and maintenance.

Required Special Qualifications

• Possession of a Class C driver's license.
  • If you have an out-of-state driver's license you must submit your certified driving record by the application deadline. Failure to submit all required documentation may cause application disqualification. Certified driving records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317.
• Candidates for this position will be required to pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

• Installs, maintains and repairs traffic control signs, street name signs, informational and warning signs.
• Fabricates sign brackets and special equipment as necessary.
• Lays out and applies pavement markings.
• Installs, maintains and repairs parking meters.
• Collects and delivers revenue from meters.
• Attends appropriate training sessions.
• Operates forklifts, trucks with accessory equipment, compressors, paint spray equipment, hand and power tools, drills, augers and welders.
• Performs related work as required.

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Closing Date/Time: 10/10/2025 4:00 PM Central

Salary:

$29.48 - $35.25 Hourly