Parking and Traffic Technician

CLASS TITLE: Parking and Traffic Technician

GRADE 9

HOURLY ENTRANCE RATES

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$21.97 $23.06 $24.22 $25.42 $26.68 $28.03

See copy of Class Specifications attached for a general statement of duties, examples of work, required knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as acceptable experience and training. High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Ohio Driver’s License; Must obtain and maintain Valid Commercial Driver's License (with Tanker Endorsement) required within one (1) year of appointment. Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends. Open to all non-probationary employees who are members of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 18S.

Competitive wage and benefits package to include (but not limited to): Ohio Public Employees Retirement System, Deferred Compensation Programs, Employee Assistance Program, Sick Leave Accrual – verifiable sick leave from other, Ohio Public Employers accepted with no limit and Vacation Leave – Up to five weeks with other, verifiable, Ohio Public Service Time.

Submit applications to: City of Painesville, Human Resources Division, 7 Richmond Street, P.O. Box 601, Painesville, Ohio 44077-0601 or via email employment@painesville.com. Please submit application no later than 4:30pm Monday, April 21, 2025.

BLANK APPLICATION FORMS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE SWITCHBOARD ATTENDANT AT CITY HALL OR VIA THE CITY’S WEBSITE www.painesville.com.

The City of Painesville is a drug & alcohol-free employer. The City of Painesville, Ohio, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual, employee or applicant for employment, because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or ancestry, in the provision or accessibility of programs and services, or in employment practices.

Position Objectives:

This is semi-skilled and skilled work relating to the maintenance and repair of parking meters and parking equipment, sign fabrications and maintenance, pavement marking, traffic signal maintenance, and a variety of Public Works maintenance activities.

Work involves performance of a variety of general maintenance and construction work, including the operation of automotive equipment. Work of this class involves tasks requiring special knowledge or skills acquired through experience or on-the-job training. General supervision is received from a supervisor who assigns and reviews work. Work is reviewed while in progress and through observation of results obtained. Requires the ability to work independently.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains and repairs parking meters.
• Makes collections from parking meters at regular intervals.
• Maintains and does minor repairs to ticket dispensers and gates.
• Assists private contractor in parking equipment installation and repair.
• Operates dumps, flatbeds, pick-ups, or other trucks in transporting personnel, materials, and supplies; assists in loading and unloading trucks, and occasionally operates snow plows and spreaders. Could be required to operate heavier types of equipment on a relief or trainee basis.
• Utilizes a variety of small motorized equipment to paint crosswalks and intersections; assists in painting pavement edge lines and center lines. Places and drives posts for mounting of traffic signs at designated locations; removes, replaces, straightens, or otherwise repairs traffic signs; assists in the fabrication of signs.
• May supervise laborers or temporary personnel of a lower grade.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Completion of high school with 9th grade math proficiency

Experience:Construction and maintenance work related to the area of assignment, including experience in the operation of automotive equipment; knowledge of carpentry, masonry

License or Certification Required:

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• Valid Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement required within one year of appointment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly, and 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. at least 100 feet, and 100 lbs. at least 25 feet.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders, in and out of dump trucks/loaders.
• Ability to bend frequently during the workday.
• Ability to consistently work outside in varying weather conditions and hours.
• Ability to carry materials up and down stairs.
• Ability to drive.
• Ability to hear, see, speak, read, write, and understand.
• Ability to stand for prolong periods.
• Ability to flag traffic.
• Ability to grasp, push/pull.

A different combination of education and experience may be acceptable if deemed equivalent.

Desirable Training and Experience:

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Word
• The use of small hand tools, reasonable mechanical aptitude, knowledge of small electrical equipment, materials, and standard equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
• The hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• The operation and maintenance requirements of light trucks, paint machines, dump trucks, and similar Public Works equipment. Skill in the care and operation of assigned equipment.

Skill and Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate with the public and other employees effectively.
• Effectively supervise personnel when necessary.

Benefits:

The City of Painesville offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Direct Deposit Program
• Employee Assistance Program (full-time employees only)
• Worker's Compensation Insurance
• $25,000 Term Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Family Medical Leave, Bereavement/Funeral Leave, Jury Duty Compensation, Military Leave
• Holidays, Sick Time, Vacation Time
• Prior credit for service with State of Ohio Public Employers
• Section 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plans
• Pension Plans
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement (OPERS)
• Ohio Police & Fire (OP&F)

More Information:

Attach your application and resume/cover letter (if applicable) and send via one of the following:

• Email - employment@painesville.com with the job title as the Subject Line
• Fax - 440-639-4831
• Mail - City of Painesville, HR Department, P.O. Box 601, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077
• In Person - Drop off at City Hall Security Desk, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio (Open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.97 - $28.03 per hour

Benefits:

• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28