Traffic Worker , II, III - PW Seasonal

The City of Bellingham is currently seeking Seasonal Traffic Workers. Public Works employees strive to provide our neighborhoods, businesses & visitors with efficient, quality services to meet the demands of our growing, diverse community. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and this posting may be closed at any time.

This series performs progressively responsible manual and semi-skilled labor in the fabrication, installation, maintenance, operation and repair of traffic control devices such as traffic signal and street lighting systems, school zone and crosswalk warning systems, regulatory roadway signs and markings and parking control equipment. Operates hand and power tools and motorized equipment including lift trucks and excavation equipment for installation of pole bases and conduit.

May be called out for emergency work. Attention to safety and protection of personnel and equipment is integral to the work.

• Traffic Worker I, II, III – 3‑Month seasonal: 1 position (Season runs 5/11/2026 – 8/14/2026)
• Traffic Worker I, II, III – 6‑Month seasonal: 1 position (Season runs 4/27/2026 – 10/23/2026)

Employees receive step increases on completion of 2080 hours in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy.

• Traffic Worker I starts at Step 1 ($29.90/hour); range $29.90–$39.01/hour.
• Traffic Worker II starts at Step 1 ($31.69/hour); range $31.69–$41.35/hour.
• Traffic Worker III starts at Step 1 ($33.59/hour); range $33.59–$43.83/hour.

• Three‑Month Seasonal Positions
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave accrued for every 40 hours worked.
  • Position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law.
• Six‑Month Seasonal Positions
  • 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave accrued for every 40 hours worked.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security.
  • Upon union eligibility, paid holidays during employment period.
  • Position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law.

Work is primarily performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Occasionally performed indoors at a computer terminal or work desk. Adheres to applicable safety precautions. Work involves moderate risks including moving equipment, high speed or high voltage equipment, exposure to chemicals, confined spaces, and proximity to roadway traffic. Employees may be required to use protective clothing (coveralls, rain gear, hard hats, vests, masks, boots, goggles, gloves, shields).

Continuous physical exertion is required.

• Frequently communicate accurate information and ideas with others.
• Frequently move between work sites, travel indoors and outdoors, stoop, bend, climb, occasionally work in confined spaces or from heights.
• Frequently…