Traffic Signs and Markings Specialist I

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HIRING RANGE: $28.49 - $31.66/hour

JOB SUMMARY

Under minimal supervision, installs, maintains and inventories traffic signs and markings within the City of Lakewood. Keeps records on activities performed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Installs traffic control signs.
• Performs all tasks related to Safety Asset Management using current software.
• Performs keyboarding operations and uses a personal computer or iPad to maintain databases.
• Uses personal computer to aid in the fabrication/manufacture of traffic control signs.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of equipment for pavement marking and sign installation.
• Assists in the layout and painting of parking lots.
• Assists in the installation of pavement markings.
• Assists in the removal of non-conforming traffic lines with a grinder.
• Assists in the sign shop with the sign fabrication/manufacture process.
• Assists in proper inventory of materials used.
• Maintains inventory of field assets such as signs and markings.
• Maintains equipment when needed.
• Maintains organized work area.
• Drives City vehicle. May tow a trailer when tasks requires it.
• Operates a snowplow for Street Maintenance Division during snow events.
• Performs pre and post trip inspections on equipment.
• Sets up safe work sites including proper use of cones, signs and traffic control.
• Works independently and as part of a team; follows supervisor’s instructions.
• Assists signal crews or other divisions as requested by supervisor.
• Requires regular and prompt attendance.
• Must maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting.  If injured on-the-job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Supervision Received: Receives supervision ranging from close to general depending on the nature of the task from the Traffic Signs & Markings Supervisor, Street Maintenance Supervisor during snow events or from the Traffic Signs and Markings Specialist II or III when appropriate.
• Supervision Given: None

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Performing the basic functions of manufacturing, maintaining and installing traffic signs and in performing traffic line layout and installation of traffic markings.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid Class B CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain it within six months of employment, and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• IMSA Level I certification in signs and markings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interact with others in a positive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other employees as well as supervisors.
• Ability to use personal computer and iPad.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to work productively without constant supervision.
• Ability to work safely and set up safe work zones.
• Post-offer physical exam is required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting and Carrying

Must be able to lift and/or move heavy objects such as traffic control barricades, sign blanks, sign poles, markings materials, and other miscellaneous equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; some objects must be lifted chest high and/or placed on the floor.

Pushing and Pulling

Must be able to push and/or pull a pallet jack with paint totes, bead totes, aluminum sign blanks, sign faces, and other miscellaneous equipment weighing up to 500 pounds. 

Body Positions

Stands, kneels, squats, moves about, climbs stairs and ladders; drives for extended periods of time.  May work at heights up to 30 feet.

Twists, bends and reaches while holding objects.

Pounds nails, rivets, and the like into concrete, asphalt, wood, aluminum, etc.

Grips and manipulates cans of spray paint as well as a variety of tools daily.

Hearing

Must be able to hear telephone, radio and audio equipment signals.  Paint truck operations require two-way radio communications.

Must be able to hear traffic and warning signals on vehicles.

Vision

Must have good hand/eye coordination for sign making, sign installation and painting operations.

Uses vision to drive and to notice hazards while working.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mathematics

Requires ability to perform simple mathematical calculations to determine quantities of materials used.

Language Ability

Must be able to communicate effectively among team members and public contacts in the field.

Reasoning

Must use judgement to determine when to work independently and when to ask for direction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Performs work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.

Performs work that involves frequent exposure to loud noise and vibrations, smog, dust, machinery, heavy equipment, traffic hazards and heavy traffic.

Work involves high degree of public visibility.

Work involves contact with employees inside and outside the work unit as well as the public.

Performs work that involves exposure to and handling of paint and chemical agents.

EQUIPMENT USED

Band saws

Chemicals, paints, solvents

Forklift

Grinder

Hand tools (i.e., hammers, wrenches, compressor, power wrenches)

Jackhammer

Paint and gas pumps

Paint machine/paint truck

Pallet jack

Personal computer and iPad

Pionjar and other sign post drivers

Post Puller

Two-way Radio

Sign making software and plotter/cutter

Skid Loader

Equipment Trailer

City Vehicles

The City of Lakewood is a drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws. All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense. Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure, or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act. Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor. 

The City of Lakewood celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of our workforce. Accordingly, the city is committed to creating, nurturing and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our community and employees.