Laborer - Traffic Division

Under immediate supervision, to perform routine manual labor related to construction, maintenance, and repair activities. Performs laboring work involving construction, maintenance and repair activities within the Engineering
- Traffic and Transportation Division. This position will assist with installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control signs, street name signs, informational and warning signs. In addition, they will assist with the layout and application of pavement markings.

This position is a full-time (40 hours per week), seasonal 7-month assignment working April to November. Some work assignments may include working overtime, weekends and holidays.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.

• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer background check, physical examination, and drug screen.
• Possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility is preferred.
  • Submission of your Motor Vehicle Record with your application is required if you possess an out of state license.

• Perform manual labor such as repairing concrete and asphalt pavement, digging trenches and post holes, loading/unloading materials, equipment, and supplies; backfill ditches, manholes, and complete other required activities to assist construction crews.
• Repair and maintain roadways, rights-of-ways, sidewalks, and various infrastructure elements to ensure upkeep of the City’s infrastructure.
• Maintain traffic control markings and devices.
• Assist with sanding, snow removal, and flood control efforts.
• Occasionally operate pneumatic power tools, hand tools, trucks, and other similar equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and use protective gear (e.g., hard hats, gloves, safety glasses) to reduce injury risks, including installing barricades for traffic control and safety.
• Perform other related work as assigned.