Traffic Maintenance Worker - EXAM

Traffic Maintenance Worker - EXAM

Salary

$29.86 - $37.30 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-4015-C1

Department

59 Department of Public Service

Division

Division of Traffic Management

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Definition

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

Examples of Work

(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.

Minimum Qualifications

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's license.

By the completion of the probationary period must possess a valid, Class A, commercial

driver's license allowing operation of vehicles with air brakes.

Test/Job Contact Information

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a NEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list, and will replace the names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

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 candidates 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

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

01

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least one year of experience in street painting and striping work?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least one year of experience in erecting street signs?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least one year of experience in operating and maintaining powered equipment?

• Yes
• No

05

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

• o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.
• o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer City of Columbus

Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone (614) 645-8301

Website https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs