Traffic Operations Technician I (CDL Required)

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

6d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Traffic Operations Technician I works for Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), Division of Transportation Operations. The role installs, constructs, maintains, and repairs traffic-control signs and pavement markings, and helps keep work zones safe. Work is primarily in the field throughout the City and County of Denver, with reporting at the Roslyn Building at the start and end of each shift. Depending on the program, the regular schedule is Monday through Friday, either 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. The position may require a variable schedule during emergencies and work in inclement weather.

The technician removes and installs signs and posts, prepares and pours concrete bases, and performs pavement-marking work such as measuring, laying out, stenciling, striping, painting, maintaining, and removing markings. The role operates striping vehicles and other equipment, completes vehicle inspections and daily work reports, assists with sign design and fabrication, and places or removes work-zone traffic-control devices. During snow emergencies, the technician may perform seasonal street-maintenance duties, including plowing, salting, sanding, snow and ice removal, and hauling snow and ice.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and a valid CDL B with appropriate endorsements at the time of application. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of traffic signs and markings experience, or qualifying construction experience that includes at least six months operating light- to medium-sized equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC certificate.
• One year of traffic signs and markings experience, or general construction experience specific to commercial, industrial, or civil work that includes at least six months operating light- to medium-sized equipment.
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application.
• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL B) with appropriate endorsements at the time of application.
• Ability to work outdoors and in inclement weather.
• Ability to work a variable schedule due to possible emergencies.
• Team-focused work ethic, including punctuality, flexibility, collaboration, and willingness to assist others.
• Attention to detail in field work and data entry using asset management systems.
• MS Office computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• An active CDL A or B.
• Experience or characteristics including a team-focused work ethic, punctuality, flexibility, collaboration, innovation, attention to detail, asset-management data entry, and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, construct, maintain, and repair traffic-control signs and pavement markings.
• Remove damaged or old signs and signposts; break up concrete bases; prepare and pour concrete; cut metal poles and bases; and install new posts and signs.
• Measure, lay out, stencil, stripe, paint, and maintain lane lines, center lines, crosswalks, turn arrows, stop bars, railroad and light-rail crossings, parking stalls, curbs, and other pavement markings.
• Remove conflicting pavement markings using grinders or road-milling equipment.
• Operate street-striping trucks and related equipment; fill tanks with paint and reflective beads; follow placement guidelines and standards; calibrate spray guns; operate gauges and paint pumps; and use an optical pointer to ensure line accuracy.
• Operate equipment used to install and maintain traffic-control markings, including paint stripers, paint mixers, paint guns, line removers, forklifts, compressors, drill presses, post pounders, post pullers, grinders, and augers.
• Operate vehicles; conduct pre-trip inspections; and log, record, and prepare daily work reports for management.
• Assist with the design, fabrication, and construction of traffic signs and other designated signs using computers and graphics equipment.
• Place and remove barricades, cones, and other traffic-control and safety devices around work areas in accordance with traffic regulations.
• During snow emergencies, perform seasonal street-maintenance duties such as snow plowing, salting, sanding, removing snow and ice from sidewalks, steps, seats, ramps, and parking lots, and hauling snow and ice away by truck.

Benefits

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting following five years of service.
• 457B retirement plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year.
• 12 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one Wellness Day, and one volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED