Roadway Signage & Pavement Maintenance Pro

City of Roanoke, Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking two skilled workers to join the Transportation Sign Shop Team. The roles involve operating motorized equipment to support traffic control and maintenance, including sign and pavement marking installation and removal, thermoplastics, and cone placement during routine tasks and special events.

The positions require physical stamina, the ability to lift heavy items, and the discipline to follow procedures in all weather and near active traffic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with 1–3 years in landscape operations or heavy manual labor.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work outdoors near traffic.
• Virginia driver’s license may be required.
• Experience operating motorized equipment and performing sign/marking tasks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized equipment to support traffic control and maintenance.
• Assist with installation/removal of traffic signs and pavement markings.
• Set and remove traffic cones; support long-line striping crew.
• Help with traffic control setups for routine maintenance and events.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dump truck operation

Light equipment operation

Job description

The City of Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking two skilled workers to join the Transportation Sign Shop Team. The roles involve operating motorized equipment to support traffic control and maintenance, including sign and pavement marking installation and removal, thermoplastics, and cone placement during routine tasks and special events.

The positions require physical stamina, the ability to lift heavy items, and the discipline to follow procedures in all weather and near active traffic.