Public Works Crew Leader - Signals

City of Plano, TX•Plano, TX

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Plano is looking for innovative and forward-thinking people to join our team as a Public Works Crew Leader in the Signal Department. As a Crew Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining the Signal Lights and Signal Lights functionalities in the City of Plano. May have opportunities for overtime as well. Public Works Vision and Core Values: Team members have a sense of ownership and pride in their jobs as members of our Public Works department. They are well-trained, competent, and able to accomplish all aspects of their job - and prepared to move into the next role. Our Public Works Core Values are Respect, Teamwork, Trust, Safety, and Communication. The work week consists of four-10 hour shifts weekly, with three days off. There are opportunities for over-time. Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, the Public Works Crew Leader leads the work activities of assigned staff. Engages in the operations, maintenance, and repair of infrastructure (streets, sidewalks, alleys, signalized equipment, pavement markings, signs, drainage systems, etc.). Distinguishing Characteristics: The incumbent carries out adequate and practical methods to attain desired objectives as assigned by a supervisor and working within established policy. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in executing processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Three (3) years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of Signal equipment.
Valid driver's license.
Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; Safety practices and procedures; proper and efficient use of hand and power tools; methods of tool and equipment maintenance; traffic control and barricade placement.
Will need to be able to use basic functions of an I-Pad
Focus on what is good for the organization
Respect each other and the team
Have a positive attitude
Be a team player
Knowledge of pavement markings, signalized intersections, and traffic safety.
Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; must be able to read, interpret and explain observations in infrastructure deterioration and preventative maintenance techniques; providing guidance, leadership, and assistance to assigned staff; operating, maneuvering, and controlling the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, or materials used; addressing and resolving customer complaints and concerns; performing basic mathematical calculations; reading and interpreting maps, charts, and schematics.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of infrastructure (sidewalks, streets, alleys, screening walls, drainage systems, pavement markings, signs and/or signalized intersections).

Nice To Haves

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I preferred
IMSA Certification Level I and II preferred.
Lead experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads the work activities of assigned maintenance staff engaged in maintaining the City's infrastructure.
Maintains, and completes daily work orders through asset management and work order software.
Provides communication and job information to customers and Supervisors.
Ensures work sites are safe and appropriately secured in accordance with Public Works Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensures own and subordinates' proper use of personal protective equipment and following all job site safety requirements.
Operates a backhoe, tandem dump truck, street sweeper, loader, air hammer, chain saw, mortar mixer, pump, grinder, or other related tools and equipment.
Inspects vehicles, equipment and tools to ensure they are safe, cleaned, maintained, fueled and ready for use at all times.
Addresses and resolves citizen complaints in a respectful and courteous manner through clear communication and accurate information sharing.
Participates in training subordinate personnel, including Equipment Operators, and Maintenance Workers.
Completes locate requests for marking infrastructure to prevent damage during third-party construction activities.
Investigates citizen requests to evaluate next steps for prioritization of work, including repairs of pavement, sidewalks, alleys, signs, drainage systems, signalized intersections, screening walls and pavement markings.
Tree trimming and removal to maintain right-of-way visibility.
Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
Evaluation, repair and replacement of traffic control devices including signs, pavement markings, and signalized intersection equipment.

Benefits

$175 annual boot allowance and $175 annual jean allowance after successful completion of six (6) months probation
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
Enrollment in the Retirement Security Plan (RSP), which the City fully funds
Up to three weeks of paid vacation
Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
Nine paid holidays
Tuition Assistance
Free Library Card
Free recreation center membership