Position:
Public Works Traffic Maintenance Worker I/II
Company:
City of Cedar Rapids
Compensation:
$48k-$66k/yr
Location:
United States, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Employment type:
Full Time
Work Arrangement:
Onsite
Short Summary:
Help keep Cedar Rapids moving safely by maintaining signs, pavement markings, and traffic control devices. Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in a community-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain signs, pavement markings, and traffic control devices.
- Perform manual labor and use hand tools to supplement equipment operations.
- Assist in snow removal and maintenance of City streets and right of ways.
- Participate in painting street markings and installation of traffic control devices.
- Operate welding and cutting equipment, and perform rough carpentry.
- Attend work regularly and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
Requirement:
- High school diploma/GED.
- Valid driver's license (Class A CDL with endorsements obtainable within 1 year).
- Ability to perform manual labor and work collaboratively with a diverse population.
- Willingness to work overtime and report within 30 minutes for emergencies.
- For II: Two years’ work experience in installation of traffic control devices or equivalent experience.
Benefits:
- Medical co-insurance (90% plan / 10% employee).
- Competitive pay and Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plans (IPERS).
- 457 deferred compensation employer match program.
- Average of 11 paid holidays per year.
- Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance.
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Annual pay increases and longevity pay after 5 years of service.
- 100% City paid basic life insurance and additional insurance options.
- Commitment to professional development and expansive job growth opportunities.