Public Works Traffic Maintenance Worker I/II

City of Cedar Rapids•Cedar Rapids, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Help keep Cedar Rapids moving safely. As a Public Works Traffic Maintenance Worker I or II, you'll maintain the signs, pavement markings, and traffic control devices that residents and visitors rely on every day. Whether you're beginning your career or bringing experience in traffic maintenance or construction, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join a team that takes pride in serving the community in every season. The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and Experience with asphalt, carpentry, concrete, forestry, traffic signage, construction, sewer or related work or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
Valid Driver’s License Class A with tanker and air brake endorsements within one year of hire
Must pass MM II Test within one year of hire to move to PW Traffic Maintenance Worker II
High School Diploma or GED and Two years’ work experience in installation of traffic control devices or Demonstration of adequate knowledge of traffic control device installation through work as PW Traffic Maintenance Worker I or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
Valid Driver’s License Class A with appropriate endorsements and valid Medical Examiners Certificate.
Traffic MM II Test (Passed)
APWA Winter Maintenance Operator Certificate (within one year of appointment)
One Call Class (within one year of appointment)
Must pass MM III Test within one year to move to PW Traffic Maintenance Worker III (and meet all duties and responsibilities of PW Traffic Maintenance Worker III)

Nice To Haves

Ability to work overtime and flexible shifts with short notice
Ability to report to work within 30 minutes for emergencies and stand-by responsibilities
Work mandatory overtime and flexible shifts with short notice
Report to work within 30 minutes for emergencies and stand-by responsibilities

Responsibilities

Performs manual labor and uses hand tools to supplement equipment operations
Assists in snow removal and pretreating of City streets, sidewalks and bridges
Assists in the maintenance of City streets, right of ways and curb/gutter using a combination construction and maintenance materials in conformance with City standards
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices
Attends work regularly at the designated place and time
Supports continuous process improvement initiatives
Participates with a small crew engaged in painting street markings, designing, fabricating and installation of traffic control devices; and repairing traffic control marking fixtures.
Meets with utility company representatives on site when questions or problems occur involving utility lines.
Mixes and applies paint for street markings, using motorized paint striper.
Operates welding and cutting equipment.
Performs rough carpentry.
Assists in emergency snow removing, including driving snow plow and hand shoveling.
Performs simple maintenance work in equipment including grease and lubrication.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work