Maintenance Technician I/II (Streets and Traffic Devices)

Maintenance Technician I/II (Streets And Traffic Devices)

The City of Elk Grove is currently accepting applications for Maintenance Technician I/II (Streets And Traffic Devices). Maintenance Technician I: $54,705 - $73,324 annually. Maintenance Technician II: $59,849 - $80,218 annually.

The City of Elk Grove Public Works Department is currently looking for skilled individuals to join the Operations & Maintenance Division!

The Operations & Maintenance Division is responsible for the construction, operations, and maintenance of roadways, sidewalks, curb-ramps, traffic signals, streetlights, signs & markings, landscaping, and drainage.

The Operation & Maintenance division is seeking candidates with experience in the construction and/or maintenance of roadway striping, pavement markings, traffic signs, and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of applicable laws, regulations, permits, maintenance practices, and industry standards. They will demonstrate sound judgment, effective decision-making skills, and the ability to work independently while exercising initiative. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for success in this role.

If you want to join a dedicated team that shares a commitment to keeping the City of Elk Grove safe and efficiently run, consider a career with the City of Elk Grove Public Works Department.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)

Filing Deadline: July 2, 2026, by 11:59 PM

Oral Board Panel Interviews: July 14, 2026 (virtual)

Selection Interviews: July 21, 2026 (in person)

The City offers a competitive salary and generous benefit package including CalPERS retirement benefits, a deferred compensation match and more.

Elk Grove is a vibrant, family-friendly community of approximately 178,124 people in the Sacramento, California region, located 14 miles south of the State Capital and 60 miles east of the Bay Area. Elk Grove is a young, ethnically diverse, modern city that was incorporated in 2000. Elk Grove has low crime, excellent schools, over 100 community parks and 28 miles of trails, plentiful dining and shopping options, numerous annual events and festivals, and over 270 sunny days per year.

Representative Duties

Under immediate (Maintenance Technician I) to general (Maintenance Technician II) supervision, constructs, modifies, maintains, and repairs public works infrastructure and facilities including streets, sidewalks, landscapes, gutters, traffic signal and control devices, storm water and drainage systems and pump stations; performs a variety of manual labor and general maintenance work in support of the Public Works Department; operates and maintains hand and power tools and light to heavy duty vehicles and equipment; performs related duties as assigned.

Receives immediate (Maintenance Technician I) to general (Maintenance Technician II) supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

Maintenance Technician I: This is the entry level classification in the Maintenance Technician series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine maintenance duties in assigned areas. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult. Close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Maintenance Technician II: This is the journey level classification in the Maintenance Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Specialist in that the latter performs more complex work in a specific area of assignment area requiring a specialized skillset and, for some assignments, possession, and maintenance of technical certifications.

Positions in the Maintenance Technician class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II-level are normally filled by advancement from the next lower level upon management approval, after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class, subject to budgetary funds.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed/exercised in a learning capacity for entry-level (I-level) positions.

• Performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance duties related to areas of assignment including streets, sidewalks, storm water and drainage systems, gutters, traffic signal and control devices, and pump station and other facilities.

• Breaks and removes pavements; digs, shovels, hauls, and loads soils, gravel, cement, asphalt mixes and other materials; sweeps and shovels debris and litter and prepares surfaces for pavement, patching, crack sealing and/or other asphalt and concrete repairs.

• Operates and performs minor maintenance on motorized equipment, such as dump trucks, bucket trucks, man lifts, and scissor trucks, and power and hand tools such as jackhammers, skid steers, shovels, and tampers; inspects equipment and tools and reports maintenance as required.

• Inspects, operates, maintains, and repairs storm collection systems, mains, laterals, catch basins, manholes, pump stations and related structures; cleans and removes debris and replaces drains as needed.

• Performs brush clearance, tree removal and weed control work using tractor mowers and hand tools; trims, plants, irrigates, and maintains City landscaping, open spaces, and trees.

• Performs removal, assembly, painting and installation of traffic signs and markings and traffic signal and streetlighting equipment and infrastructure.

• Maintains public facilities which may include shop and garage areas, storage sites, water features and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.

• Performs inventory control of maintenance equipment, parts and materials; assists in purchasing of supplies needed to maintain adequate inventory.

• Assists in the monitoring of contractors working within the area of assignment to ensure the work is appropriately performed.

• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.

• Inspects assigned City infrastructure for safety issues, structural integrity, and possible future work projects and programs, and appropriately marks areas that need to be repaired.

• Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites and special events to ensure safe conditions for the public and City workers.

• Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, tools, and materials for maintaining and repairing streets, roadways, traffic medians, storm water and drainage systems, and other City facilities and landscaped areas.

• Traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations.

• Operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment.

• Operational characteristics of construction maintenance and repair equipment.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

• Occupational hazards and safety standards related to conducting maintenance and repair work, including driving rules and practices and the handling of hazardous chemicals.

• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, contractors, and City staff.

• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging concepts and principles, including their significance in organizational dynamics and the functioning of the City and