Maintenance Worker-Traffic Control

Staunton City & Schools•Staunton, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Staunton’s Public Works Department is seeking applicants for a Maintenance Worker to join its Equipment Maintenance/Traffic Division. Under limited direction, performs responsible semi-skilled work in the operation of paint equipment applying road markings properly and in the fabrication, repair, and maintenance of signs and other traffic control devices; does related work as required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalency degree
Some experience in painting operations
Some experience in graphics
Some experience in the maintenance and/or repair of equipment
Must wear safety equipment deemed necessary by the Department’s safety and OSHA policies
Possession of a valid Virginia class “B” Commercial Driver's License, with no restrictions and a good driving record
Possession of a valid VA Department of Transportation approved traffic flagman's license
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Must be able to pass random drug testing

Responsibilities

Operates centerline paint machine and other spraying apparatus
Paints or stencils traffic directional signs and symbols
Cuts and prepares stencils and makes painting templates
Operates and performs computerized digitizing, and signage fabrication
Performs lettering and numbering on automotive equipment
Installs and maintains traffic and street name signs throughout the City
Performs layouts for pavement markings; paints center and edge lines, curbs, and sidewalks
Operates post-hole digger, post driver, jack hammer, paint mixer, light trucks, and related equipment
Installs signage posts and barricades
Sets up and removes equipment for various work zone types
Performs flagging operations to control traffic through work zones
Assists with snow and ice control