-
Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under supervision, to perform unskilled duties related to the painting of traffic control markings and devices, including layout and painting of crosswalks, stop bars, turn arrows and setting up the necessary traffic controls; and performs other related work.
This position is a 120-Day assignment. The employment period normally is May through August. This position will work 40 hours per week, weather permitting. Regularly scheduled Monday-Friday with some weekend work required.
Deadline : April 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Acceptable Experience and Training- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Requires any combination equivalent to the completion of the eleventh grade.
- Possession of a valid driver's license or equivalent mobility is required.
Required Special Qualifications- Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and if applicable driving record background checks.
- Passing a pre-employment physical and drug screen is required prior to employment.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Carries reflecting beads, paint, supplies and tools for traffic control painting assignments;
- Assists with pavement striping machine and loading paint;
- Assists in the loading and unloading of trucks;
- Places and retrieves traffic cones;
- Performs general cleanup work.
Click here for Benefit Summary
Closing Date/Time: 5/26/2026 10:00 AM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
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.
-