Traffic Signs and Marking Technician I-III

City of Aurora

1d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Aurora’s Public Works team is seeking a Traffic Signs & Markings Technician to play a key role in keeping our roadways clear, safe, and efficient. In this position, you’ll apply your manual labor skills and operational know-how to install, inspect, and maintain essential traffic control signs, pavement markings, and work zone safety setups across the city. Whether you're operating specialized maintenance equipment, laying thermoplastic markings, or fabricating traffic control signs, your daily work will directly impact the safety of drivers, pedestrians, and fellow crew members. This is an entry-level position where you will perform skilled manual and technical maintenance and/or operational activities for the Traffic Signs & Markings workgroup.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in performing traffic signs and marking maintenance functions are desired
Applicable safety practices and procedures
Use of tools, specialized equipment, methods, and safety practices common to assigned maintenance function.
Ability to operate paint gun controls on paint trucks.
Ability to operate platform truck including proper use of safety harness.
Ability to weed and apply sign faces on aluminum blanks.
Ability to operate all thermoplastic equipment.
Ability and knowledge to follow loading procedure for paint truck.
Perform manual labor for extended periods of time, outside and in all weather conditions.
Understand oral and written instructions.
Operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
Train and instruct other employees.
Keep and maintain accurate records.
Organize and schedule tools, materials, and equipment to accomplish tasks.
Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change.
Strong commitment to safety.
Colorado Driver’s License
Must obtain Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of employment.
Must obtain ATSSA safety certificate within six (6) months of employment in the position.
IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Certification.
RTD On-Track Safety Training Certification.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in performing traffic signs and marking maintenance functions
Preferred: Skills: Use of tools, specialized equipment, methods, and safety practices common to assigned maintenance function.

Responsibilities

Operates traffic maintenance equipment for the installation of traffic control signs and pavement markings.
Inspects traffic signs to assure compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Responsible for traffic control through work zones.
Assists with work planning by scheduling, organizing and securing materials and equipment.
Maintains various records such as equipment, time, supplies, and parts inventory.
Assists in training other employees in routine maintenance tasks.
May use personal computer to fabricate traffic control signs.
May act as lead worker.
Performs additional duties as required.