Sign Shop Technician

Allen County Government•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager of Technical Services, the Sign Technician maintains inventory, tools and supplies for the sign shop and makes signs per Manual Uniform Traffic Control devices (MUTCD). This position is covered as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License to operate County owned vehicles for sign installation and maintenance
Computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related software to create signs and cut out with plotter
Ability to use shop and hand tools including, but not limited to drill press, band saw, grinder and squeeze roller
Ability to use GPS to locate all signs
Ability to use the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for sign placement
Ability to drive a fork lift

Nice To Haves

Previous experience or training in work zone traffic control, signs level International Municipal Sign Association (IMSA) and (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices) MUTCD preferred
Certification of Work Zone Traffic Control and Signs 1 through International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) within the first year of employment
Arc Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) license within first year of employment

Responsibilities

Assembling signs per MUTCD (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices).
Inventories and purchases supplies necessary to create, assemble and install traffic signs.
Operates office and shop equipment.
Receives and distributes work orders.
Assists sign installers with installing signs and applying road markings (paint, hot, heat applied).
Oversees part time workers when applicable and directs staff and provides materials as needed.
Maintains and controls school flashers.
Performs traffic counts, manual and mechanical, at intersections and overall road usage.
Works with inter-governmental agencies to make signs and write up orders.
Communicates with public on phone and in person regarding traffic signs.
Calls utility companies for locates.
Performs driveway inspections as needed.
Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.