What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Worker I/II position at City of Tempe Arizona?
Qualifications
TRANSPORTATION WORKER I/II
This recruitment is open until the position is filled.
First review of applications will occur on February 27, 2025.
Hourly Salary Range:
Level I: $21.83 to $29.04
Level II: $24.10 to $32.06
This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.
The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
- Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
- Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution
To view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit Summary
Department / Division:
Transportation & Sustainability / Transportation Maintenance
Job Type:
Full-Time Regular
This position is classified as safety sensitive.
Schedule:
Tuesday – Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Job Number:
RC# 902262
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this position is to perform preventive maintenance on all traffic control devices, and installation of traffic control markings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience:
Level I:
Requires one (1) year of full-time construction and maintenance experience is preferred.
Level II:
Requires one (1) year of full-time experience in the installation and maintenance of Transit stops, traffic signs and markings comparable to that of a Transportation Worker I in the City of Tempe.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full- time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.
Education:
Both Levels:
Requires high school diploma, GED or equivalency.
The term “equivalent” means that directly related work experience exceeding the required work experience will substitute in equal time increments for college-level education, for example: one year of additional directly related work experience will substitute for one year of college education (30 credit hours).
Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:
Both Levels:
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Level I:
When assigned to Signing or Striping Sections:
- Possession of, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a Work Zone Safety and a Signs and Marking Level 1 International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification.
Level II:
When assigned to Signing or Striping Sections:
- Possession of, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a Work Zone Safety and a Signs and Marking Level 1 International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification.
When assigned to Striping Section:
- Possession of, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:
- Criminal history background investigation
- Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
- Post offer/pre-employment physical
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.
Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Salary : $6,500
