Sign Tech

Whitfield County•Ga 30721, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This classification is responsible for performing skilled work involving the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of roadway signs, pavement markings/striping, traffic-control devices, and related Public Works infrastructure. This position is responsible for maintaining safe, visible, and properly placed traffic-control markings and signage throughout the County.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office
Ability to understand construction plans and GDOT specifications.
Ability to read and calculate a tape measure and other measuring devices.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Applicant must be able to obtain CDL license within 1 year.

Responsibilities

Assists with the fabrication, maintenance and installation of road and street signs, and other traffic control devices.
Assists with maintenance and repair of electronic traffic signals.
Assists with the sign maintenance and management program.
Assists road department work crews with the setting up of work zone traffic controls in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Assists with coordinating and performing various maintenance duties as it relates to the public works department.
Assists in utility locating and relocating.
Assists in gathering project specific information.
Assists in roadway striping and pavement marking on County maintained roads, parking areas, intersections, and other locations.
Must be available to assist on-call personnel.
Flags traffic.
Assists with snow removal operations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.