Traffic Device Maintainer

New York City Department of Transportation
$59,636.00 - $77,911.00
United States, New York, Queens
Dec 06, 2025
In order to be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Traffic Device Maintainer or must be reachable on the Open Competitive Exam #3063 for Traffic Device Maintainer or be eligible under the 55a program. The Signals Timing and Intersection Control Unit's Count Shop seeks to hire an Traffic Device Maintainer who will be responsible for preparing, installing, maintaining, and repairing traffic control devices such as signs, stanchions, supports, parking meters, pavement markers, and traffic counters. The successful candidate will also operate, maintain, and make minor adjustments to motor vehicles, marking machines, air compressors, pavement breakers, snow plows, and other field and shop equipment. Work Location: 34-02 Queens Boulevard LIC, NY 11101 Hours/Shift: 40 Hours/Shift TBD All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the JOB ID #: 757127 Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID #: 757127 No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Most public libraries have computers available for use. Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot. TRAFFIC DEVICE MAINTAINER - 90910 Minimum Qualifications 1. Two years of full-time satisfactory experience using hand and/or power tools to assemble, repair, maintain and/or install mechanical and/or electrical devices; or 2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 3. Graduation from an approved four-year trade, technical or vocational high school with a mechanical or electrical major; or 4. At least one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus sufficient training in the mechanical or electrical field acquired in an approved trade, technical or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such training. Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment, eligibles must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with no restrictions valid in the State of New York or a Class B Learner's Permit. Serious moving violations, license suspension or accident record may disqualify. Appointees with a Class B Learner's permit who do not obtain their Class B CDL with no restrictions by the end of the probationary period will be terminated. This Class B Commercial Driver's License with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment." Preferred Skills -Preference is given to candidates possessing a CDL Class B License. -Ability to work in all types of inclement weather. -Possess advanced skills in the use of mechanical, electrical, and power tools, related devices, and equipment. -Some knowledge of computer programs. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.