Traffic Maintenance Worker - EXAM

Under general supervision, is responsible for the installation and general maintenance of traffic signs and traffic pavement markings; performs related duties as required.

(Any position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

• Sets up and maintains traffic control devices such as signs, cones, and barrels in order to provide a safe work area;
• Operates paint and thermoplastic application machines to install crosswalks, stop bars, and other pavement markings;
• Applies pavement markings by using a heated propane torch;
• Installs sign posts and traffic control signs;
• Operates pneumatic post driving equipment in the installation of traffic signs;
• Assists in the operation of derrick digger truck to install large sign posts and freeway gore signs;
• Assists in the operation of long line thermoplastic truck;
• Assists in the maintenance repair and overhaul of various pavement marking equipment and/or sign installation equipment including thermoplastic trucks, thermoplastic cookers, various striping machines, post drivers, derrick machine, cement mixer and other equipment;
• Mixes and pours concrete used to anchor sign post;
• Assists in the fabrication of traffic signs;
• Operates a front-end loader and snow plowing equipment as needed;
• Drives commercial vehicle.

One (1) year of experience in any of the following:
Street painting and striping work, erecting street signs, or operating and maintaining powered equipment.

Possession of a valid driver’slicense.

By the completion of the probationary period must possess a valid, Class A, commercial driver's license allowing operation of vehicles with air brakes.

The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 85% covering Problem Sensitivity, Tools and Power Equipment, Work and Driving Safety, and Reading Maps and Work Plans; and a computer skills test weighted 15% on filling out a computerized form.

The exam is expected to be administered in September 2026. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be:
Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer