Maintenance Worker II - Traffic

212 Canco Rd., Portland ME

Description

City of Portland, Maine Public Works Department MAINTENANCE WORKER II - TRAFFIC Traffic Section - Schedule will be Monday thru Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. then will be subject to winter shift assignment. May also be required to work some nights during traffic striping season. Requirements: Working knowledge of the functions and operating methods of a wide variety of heavy and complex construction equipment used on various Traffic section related jobs as well as winter operations; knowledge of hazards and of applicable safety rules and regulations regarding this equipment; knowledge of work zone safety and ability to construct a safe and efficient work zone; ability to work in or around an active roadway safely and in a courteous manner; good visual acuity for driving and physical strength, agility and stamina necessary to withstand exposure to adverse climatic conditions; ability to distinguish colors and patterns; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and members of the public. Desired Experience: Ability to make minor repairs to equipment used in Traffic/Public Works such as field adjustments to line striper, pavement marking eraser, pavement saw and other related equipment; experience in operating heavy and complex construction equipment; pavement marking layout training; work zone safety training; crosswalk paint machine training; sign installation training or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Requirements: Must possess valid Maine Class B driver’s license (must provide license number); must have and maintain a good driving record; must pass federally mandated drug test; must pass pre-employment physical and fitness assessment. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful criminal conviction background check. Pay rate starting at $811.20/week. Will accept applications until vacancies are filled. To APPLY for this position please visit our Employment Opportunities webpage at: ***************************************************************** City Benefits - Permanent, full-time employees receive a generous benefits package which includes 12 ½ paid holidays; employee health insurance; sick and vacation leave; optional life, dental, vision and income protection insurances; choice of retirement plans; and tuition reduction program with the University of Southern Maine. The City of Portland is strongly committed to diversity in its workforce. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. For questions contact Human Resources by email at [email protected] or 207-874-8624. City of Portland Website: www.portlandmaine.gov/Jobs