Traffic Device Maintainer

Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transportation in New York City seeks Traffic Device Maintainers to install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices, signs, and pavement markings across NYC streets and highways. The role requires working with tools, ladders, and various equipment and may involve weather-related challenges.

Preferred candidates hold a CDL Class B and must comply with safety rules and residency requirements. The position offers full-time hours with a focus on Vision Zero safety goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time 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 its educational equivalent and one year of full-time 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 experience as described above plus related training to make up the remaining required experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices such as traffic signs, posts, and pavement markings.
• Operate and perform minor adjustments on vehicles and shop equipment.
• Load/unload materials, climb ladders or bucket trucks, and work in various weather conditions.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Trade/technical or vocational high school (mechanical or electrical major)

Job description

As part of the City’s Bus Action Plan, Traffic Control & Engineering (TCE) is expanding its workforce to support initiatives that improve bus speed, reliability, accessibility, and the overall rider experience along priority bus corridors throughout New York City. These positions will play a critical role in installing and maintaining vertical elements, bus stop infrastructure, and regulatory and informational signage necessary to implement bus priority improvements and advance the City’s transportation goals. TCE Traffic Device Maintainers (TDMs) will install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices such as traffic signs on streets and highways, stanchions and supports, citywide bus stops, informational and regulatory signs, and pavement markings; operate, maintain, and make minor adjustments to motor vehicles, pavement marking machines, air compressors, pavement breakers, snowplows, and other field and shop equipment. They will perform manual labor in the loading and unloading of trucks and the placement of traffic devices, rigs; climb and work from ladders, tower trucks, and bucket trucks. If selected, you may be assigned to remove traffic encumbrances, operate a motor vehicle, and perform other related duties. All TDMs will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency safety rules and regulations in creating a safe work environment for themselves and colleagues, ensuring all safety equipment and gear are used and worn properly on work sites. This is an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility throughout New York City.

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment. 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 for people living, working, and doing business in New York City. 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 is responsible for administration, engineering, and operations related to the installation, manufacturing, maintenance, and removal of signs, flexible bollards, moveable barriers, in-house traffic sign production, and other traffic control devices. The office draws on the expertise and talents of engineers, sign designers, planners, inspectors, IT experts, analysts, and others to help the agency achieve Vision Zero and other city goals.

Preferred Skills

• Preference given to candidate possessing CDL Class B license, with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout duration of employment in this title.
• Ability to work in all types of inclement weather.
• Holders of CDLB license are subject to random drug testing.

Additional Information

• Medical Requirement: Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Traffic Device Maintainer. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Traffic Device Maintainer.
• Drug Screening Requirement: Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening; and will be subject to random drug testing.

Work Location: NYC – All borough

Hours/Shift: 40 hours per week / To Be Determined

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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; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or
• Graduation from an approved four-year trade, technical or vocational high school with a mechanical or electrical major; or
• At least one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus sufficient training in the mechanical or electrical field acquired in an approved trade, technical or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such training.

Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment, eligibles must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with no restrictions valid in the State of New York or a Class B Learner’s Permit. Serious moving violations, license suspension or accident record may disqualify. Appointees with a Class B Learner’s permit who do not obtain their Class B CDL with no restrictions by the end of the probationary period will be terminated. This Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Preferred Skills

• Preference given to candidate possessing CDL Class B license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions.
• Ability to work in all types of inclement weather.

55a 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. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.