Traffic Device Maintainer

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation is hiring a Traffic Device Maintainer responsible for installing and maintaining traffic control devices. Applicants must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) and experience with mechanical and electrical devices.

This role requires a commitment to safety and compliance with agency guidelines. Candidates will work throughout all boroughs of NYC, contributing to street safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years experience using hand and/or power tools for maintenance.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) at the time of appointment.
• Ability to perform manual labor in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices.
• Operate and make minor adjustments to field equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Using hand and/or power tools

Mechanical and electrical device maintenance

Ability to work in inclement weather

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an approved trade or technical school

Tools

Motor vehicles

Pavement marking machines

Job description

Traffic Device Maintainer – 90910

Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the City’s streets, supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality. The Division’s responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signs, transit development, freight mobility and markings, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Traffic Control & Engineering (TCE) is responsible for administration, engineering, and operations related to the installation, manufacturing, maintenance and removal of traffic signs, pavement markings, flexible bollards, rubber speed bumps, benches, bike racks, movable barriers, and other traffic control devices. The office draws on engineers, sign designers, planners, inspectors, IT experts, analysts, and others to help the agency achieve Vision Zero and other city goals.

Responsibilities

TCE TDMs install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices such as signs, stanchions, city‑wide bus stop signage, and pavement markings. They operate, maintain, and make minor adjustments to motor vehicles, pavement marking machines, compressors, pavement breakers, snowplows, and other field and shop equipment. TDMs perform manual labor in loading and unloading trucks and placement of traffic devices, rigs; climb and work from ladders, tower trucks, and bucket trucks. If selected, they may also be assigned to remove traffic encumbrances, operate a motor vehicle, and perform other related duties. All TDMs are responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency safety rules and regulations and for creating a safe work environment for themselves and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of full‑time satisfactory experience using hand and/or power tools to assemble, repair, maintain and/or install mechanical and/or electrical devices.
• A four‑year high school diploma or equivalent and one year of full‑time satisfactory experience as described above.
• Graduation from an approved four‑year trade, technical or vocational high school with a mechanical or electrical major.
• At least one year of full‑time satisfactory experience as described in item 1 plus sufficient training in the mechanical or electrical field acquired in an approved trade, technical or vocational high school; six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such training.
• At the time of appointment, must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with no restrictions in New York State. Serious moving violations, license suspension or accident record may disqualify. Applicants with a Class B Learner’s Permit who do not obtain a Class B CDL without restrictions by the end of the probationary period will be terminated.
• Medical guidelines have been established for this position; candidates will be evaluated to determine whether they can perform the essential functions.
• Must pass a drug screening.

Preferred Skills

• Holding a CDL Class B license with no restrictions, properly maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to work in all types of inclement weather.

55(a) Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain City employees who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. Discuss the residency requirement with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Work Location

NYC – All boroughs

Hours/Shift

40 hours per week / To Be Determined

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.