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Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under general supervision, to do a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control devices, pavement markings, and parking meters; to collect money from parking meters.
Performance Examination : Applicants meeting the minimum requirements and the City's driving standards will be scheduled for a performance examination on October 22nd or October 23rd requiring successful operation of a LineLazer IV and a written examination. Rain dates will be scheduled if needed.
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The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:- Residency Incentive Program
- Paid Volunteer Time-Off
- Parental Leave
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
- Wellness Programs and Activities
- Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
- Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
- Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
- Employee Discount Program
Acceptable Experience and Training- Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
- One year experience in on-street pavement marking layout and installation and/or traffic control signage installation and maintenance.
Required Special Qualifications- Possession of a Class C driver's license.
- If you have an out-of-state driver's license you must submit your certified driving record by the application deadline. Failure to submit all required documentation may cause application disqualification. Certified driving records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317.
- Candidates for this position will be required to pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Installs, maintains and repairs traffic control signs, street name signs, informational and warning signs.
- Fabricates sign brackets and special equipment as necessary.
- Lays out and applies pavement markings.
- Installs, maintains and repairs parking meters.
- Collects and delivers revenue from meters.
- Attends appropriate training sessions.
- Operates forklifts, trucks with accessory equipment, compressors, paint spray equipment, hand and power tools, drills, augers and welders.
- Performs related work as required.
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Closing Date/Time: 10/10/2025 4:00 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Des Moines
Show moreDes Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.
Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
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