Mechanic Signs and Marking 2687

City of Greensboro•401 Patton Avenue Greensboro, NC

About The Position

The Transportation Department's Traffic Operations Division is seeking a Mechanic for Signs & Markings to help ensure the safety and efficiency of Greensboro's traffic systems. The role fabricates, installs, modifies, maintains, upgrades, and repairs traffic signs and pavement markings. It also involves operating and maintaining equipment, tools, and test instruments; setting up work zones, lane closures, and flagging operations in compliance with local, state, and federal standards; and maintaining accurate records. After-hours on-call emergency response duties are required. The position works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and subject to its overtime provisions. Work takes place inside and outside in all weather conditions. Physical demands include stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods, eye-hand coordination, climbing, and consistently lifting up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of experience in traffic signs and markings or a similar industry, such as mechanic, technician, or equipment operator; or no high school diploma/GED and 5–7 years of relevant experience.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including consistently lifting up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Work Zone Certification.
ITRE (Intermediate Work Zone Safety) certification.
Class B or restricted Class A Commercial Driver's License, or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, install, modify, maintain, upgrade, and repair traffic signs and pavement markings.
Operate and maintain equipment, tools, and test instruments.
Set up work zones, lane closures, and flagging operations in compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
Maintain accurate records.
Perform after-hours on-call emergency response duties.