Traffic Device Maintainer - TCE
New York City Department of Transportation | |
$57,758.00 - $75,459.00 | |
United States, New York, New York | |
55 Water Street (Show on map) | |
Nov 07, 2024 | |
Traffic Control & Engineering is actively seeking 17 highly skilled and qualified candidates to join our team as Traffic Device Maintainers (TDMs). The responsibilities for TDMs include preparing, installing, maintaining, and repairing various traffic control devices such as signs, stanchions, supports, pavement markers, bus stop informational signs, citywide bus stop regulation signs, and traffic counters. Additional duties involve operating, maintaining, and making minor adjustments to a broad range of motor vehicles and equipment, including marking machines, air compressors, pavement breakers, snowplows, and other essential field and shop tools. TDM's will be required to perform manual labor in loading and unloading trucks, the placement of traffic devices, work at varying heights, climb and work from ladders, and work in tower and bucket trucks. Assignments may include removing traffic obstructions and operating motor vehicles. TDMs may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts in various weather conditions, including inclement weather. Other operational duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to support the city's infrastructure and traffic management initiatives. These positions require compliance with all agency safety rules and regulations to ensure a secure work environment, including the proper use and wearing of safety equipment and gear on work sites. Effective communication and collaborative skills are essential, along with a commitment to continuous professional development. This is a dynamic opportunity to significantly contribute to enhancing safety, accessibility, and mobility across New York City. 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 Preferred Skills
Preferred Skills 1.Preference will be given to candidates holding an unrestricted Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). 2.Candidates should demonstrate advanced proficiency with mechanical and electrical tools, power devices, and related equipment, as well as possess basic computer skills. 3.Must be capable of working effectively in various weather conditions, including inclement weather. 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. |