TRAFFIC SIGNS AND LINES TECHNICIAN

JOB Under the general direction of a supervisor is responsible for the installation and maintenance of all traffic signs, layout work and pavement markings throughout the City. Duties include the application of paint, thermoplastic and epoxy pavement markings the operation of equipment used to fabricate, install and maintain all signs, lines, safety markings and serving as crew leader for above activities as required. Assists in winter and emergency Highway operations, (e.g. snow removal, plowing), as needed. Performs related work as required.

Supervision Received:

Under general supervision of Traffic Maintenance Foreman, Traffic Engineer and Transportation Bureau Chief.

Supervision Exercised:

None

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of specialized equipment which requires considerable manipulative skill in the operation thereof, such as paint machines, post drivers; hydraulic and self-contained.

Control traffic through the work areas in a safe and efficient manner. Implements procedures to safeguard the public and other workers in the area, and protect equipment and property from damage.

May be required to perform other tasks at the direction of the Traffic Maintenance Foreman, including but not necessarily limited to intermittently assisting other Transportation bureau staff.

Acts as a labor resource for traffic maintenance. May utilize bucket truck and other equipment, including, but not limited to drills, saws, compressors and other construction equipment.

Participates in the layout and painting of crosswalks, arrows, legends, long lines and other pavement markings using both pavement marking machines or other applicable equipment (paint and applied powder), as well as paint by hand; uses paint machine and operates line grinding machine.

Works with outside vendors as needed on various elements of pavement markings, marking removal, and installation of various crosswalk and roadway treatments.

Collects data and makes sketches/notes of existing line layout and re-establishes after paving.

Participates in the layout and marking of parking stalls, both on-street and within parking lots using pavement marking machines.

Installs traffic signs, reflectors and traffic appurtenances. Contacts Call Before You Dig. Makes signs in accordance with MUTCD regulations.

Participates in Traffic Maintenance work order and asset management system by assessing pavement markings, sign conditions, verifying and documenting locations, documenting maintenance and keeping records; both manual and electronically.

Carries and installs traffic maintenance barricades, portable signs, temporary delineators and speed humps as required.

Operates large snowplow vehicle, pickup truck and snow removal hand tools.

Cuts brush to maintain sight lines of signs / traffic signal system.

Calls out for emergency workDetermines retro-reflectivity of signsComplies with all Transportation Bureau safety program requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Graduation from High School or Trade School, and (2) two years progressive experience performing skilled work in highway and traffic maintenance programs or related mechanical and/or building trades with one year of work experience in the installation of traffic control signs and pavement markings. Certification in Work Zone Safety/Flagger is desired.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION

There will not be written examination. Candidates will be evaluated based on education, training and experience.