Paver- Examination

Pave Examination (Open) CS

Application Open Date: 07/13/2026

Application Close Date: 07/27/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Salary: $33.39 - $53.45 per hour.

Application Information

This application is not for an immediate opening, by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage: FAQs | City of Cleveland Ohio

To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver's License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

Examination Information

Performance Examination:
Candidates will be notified of the time, date, and place of the examination. This portion of the test will be worth 70% of the candidate's total score. Applicants will need to bring the following to the exam:
Tape measure;
Handsaw;
Hammer and nails;
Bull float;
Edger;
Jointer;
Hand floats;
Straight edge.

Experience Evaluation:
An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant's academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate's application and on academic training based on required credentials.

Under supervision, prepares beds for, and lays various types of brick and stone block pavements. Performs related duties as required. Typical tasks:
Prepares sub-base. Lays brick, stone, and other types of block pavement material. Grades and levels sand for paving bases. Sorts out defective bricks. Supervises the work of pounders and laborers. Supervises tamping of sub-base and paving.

High School Diploma or GED required. Four years of full-time paid commercial concrete work (roadways or building) required. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 70 pounds.

Reminder:
Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to CS and include the Job Title in the email.

Cleveland Municipal School District (CMSD) Preference Credit

An applicant who is a graduate of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and is participating in an open competitive entrance-level examination, as determined by the Commission, shall receive an additional five (5) points upon achieving a passing score, as established in the examination announcement. Applicants must provide acceptable proof of graduation from a CMSD school at the time of application in order to qualify for this credit.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination;

or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant's supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.

NOTE:

Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.

Reminder:
To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver's License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

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