Signs and Markings Technician

City of Frisco•Frisco, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of a Senior Signs and Markings Technician, the Signs and Markings Technician performs work related to the installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic control signs, pavement markings, sign fabrication, guardrail, and permanent barricades. Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment, hand and power tools. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Knowledge of traffic control sign, and pavement marking.
Knowledge of occupational safety and health rules, regulations, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of TxDOT work zone safety requirements and procedures.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Skill in following oral and written communications and directions.
Skill in planning and organizing materials and supplies necessary to complete work orders or daily assignments.
Ability in operating assigned equipment, tools and vehicles.
Ability in resolving customer complaints and concerns.
Ability in basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to follow City policies and procedures.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have IMSA Work Zone Safety or ability to obtain within six (6) months of entering the position (TEEX course certification will be considered).
Must have IMSA Level I Certification in Signs and Markings or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of entering the position.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check.
Must possess State of Texas class “A” CDL Driver’s License within six (6) months of entering the position.

Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, maintains and inspects traffic control signage, pavement markings, and permanent barricades.
Assists with fabrication of traffic control signs.
Assists with the inventorying of materials and equipment.
Assists with programming and placing message boards for special events or emergencies, as needed.
Flags traffic and installs work zone signage and barricades needed to perform work safely at job sites.
Reads and interprets plans, schematics, product safety data sheets, and the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Completes work orders summarizing daily work tasks.
Trims trees that obstruct traffic control signage.
May be required to remove debris, fallen trees and limbs; replace streets signs during or after hazardous weather or other emergencies.
Organizes tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.
Cleans work sites and restores landscaping to original condition upon completion of traffic control sign and guardrail projects.
Maintains safety regulations including wearing appropriate clothing, erecting proper barricades and signage and using proper equipment and tools.
Assists in other duties as assigned under the Traffic Division.
Must work overtime as required.
May be required to work weekends or after hours to support traffic management and operations for special events.
May be required to assist with setting up traffic control or detours necessary for special events and emergency situations.
May be required to work overnight shifts for the installation of pavement markings and/or to conduct sign inspections.
Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage and support to other City departments as assigned.
Must be able to perform on-call duties.
Must live within 45 minutes of Frisco city limits.
Travels to job sites and to attend meetings, conferences and training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.