Traffic Control Painter

Salary : $54,313.45 - $80,872.35 Annually
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 26-66581-01
Department: TLMA Transportation
Division: Paint Shop
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's TLMA Transportation Department is seeking to fill one Traffic Control Painter vacancy.


This position is based out of Riverside; however, the selected candidate may be required to report to various work locations throughout the County based on departmental needs.
The incumbent will play a key role in maintaining County roadways by painting, repairing, and prolonging street and highway markings, legends, bridges and guard rails. The selected candidate will also be responsible for locating, assembling and maintaining street signs throughout the County of Riverside. Additionally, Traffic Control Painters are tasked with maintaining paint spraying equipment, performing traffic control and interpreting signing and striping plans.


The Transportation Department seeks candidates with a background in roadway construction, traffic control, and reading engineering plans. The most competitive candidates will have experience operating and maintaining airless paint sprayers, working on or alongside active roadways, maintaining traffic signs, and traffic control experience. In addition, experience using the ESRI ArcGIS system, pavement marking stencil systems, and possession of a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) is highly desirable.
This position follows a 4/10 schedule: 6am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of application. A Commercial Class A or B California Driver's License is required within six months of hire.
Meet the Team! Theis responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Assemble stencils for painting street signs and apply paint with brush or spray gun.
• Paint crosswalks, curbs, parking areas, warning signs, and lane marking on roads; operate striping machine on roads and apply glass beading; determine appropriate placement for street markings.
• Initiate appropriate traffic safety precautions, such as setting up warning signs, cones, and detours; install street signs and warning signs.
• Paint bridges, guard rails, and cattle guards; erect sign posts and barricades; conduct safety checks on vehicles before departing for job site; prepare equipment and materials; clean and maintain all painting and striping equipment.
• Report damage or indistinguishable signs and road markings to supervisor; maintain records of work completed, materials used, and maintenance schedule.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: One year of working as a helper in traffic painting or general road maintenance or construction work.
License: Possession of a Class C drivers license is required at the time of application, the incumbent will be required to drive a county vehicle to and from different locations daily. A Commercial Class A or B California Driver's License is required within six months of hire.

Knowledge of: The use and maintenance of painting equipment (e.g., spray guns, brushes, and striping machines); safety precautions to be observed in working on highways.


Ability to: Use spray guns, brushes, and striping machines skillfully; install and erect traffic signs and posts; follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.

Physical requirements: The Traffic Control Painter primarily operates outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather, and other environmental conditions. The responsibilities require moving heavy materials, such as buckets of paint, thermoplastic material, bags of glass beads, or tools necessary to perform the job. etc. Candidates must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
DOT Information

This position has been designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at View phone number on click.appcast.io to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Are you a current regular or temporary employee with County of Riverside Transportation and Land Management Agency (TLMA)?

• Yes
• No

02


This position is designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive. I understand that due to this designation, I will be required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug screening records check. Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two (2) years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment).

• Yes
• No

03


This position is designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive. I understand that, upon employment, I will be subject to DOT alcohol and drug testing on a random basis or for reasonable suspicion.

• Yes
• No

04


How many points do you have on your driving record within the last three (3) years?

• None
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6 or more

05


Have you ever been convicted of any type of DUI? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

06


How many at-fault accidents have you had within the past three (3) years?

• None
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6 or more

07


Have you had any positive DOT drug tests? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

08


Have you had any positive DOT alcohol tests? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

09


Have you had any suspensions or revocations of your driver license for any reason (other than those due to a medical issue)? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

10


Select the answer that best describes your current driver license status:

• I have a valid California Commercial Class A Driver's License.
• I have a valid California Commercial Class B Driver's License.
• I have a valid California Class C Driver License.
• I currently have a valid out-of-state Commercial Driver's License, and I am able to obtain a valid Commercial California Driver License.
• I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver license

11


I understand that this position requires possession of a valid Class A or B California Driver's License within six (6) months of hire, and I certify that I can meet this requirement if selected.

• Yes
• No

12


How many years of paid full-time experience do you have in traffic painting or general road maintenance or construction work?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

13


How many years of experience do you have setting up traffic control for work zones?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

14


How many years of paid full-time experience do you have spray painting street markings?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

15


How many years of full-time experience do you have reading and interpreting roadway signing and striping plans?

• No experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

16


Please list the brand(s) of airless paint sprayers you have experience operating on roadways and/or highways. (Please also include details on your application)
17


Do you have experience with the following? Select all that apply:

• Painting/Maintenance of street and highways
• Sign Installation
• Paint stripping machines
• Stencils
• Spray Guns
• No experience

18


Have you performed roadway striping, traffic control, sign maintenance, or related roadway maintenance work for a city, county, state, or other public agency (municipality)?

• Yes
• No

19


Do you have experience using ESRI ArcGIS system?

• Yes
• No

20


I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Yes
• No

21


I understand this position will require travel throughout Riverside County, including as far as Blythe which is located near the Arizona border.

• Yes
• No

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