Traffic Signs and Markings Specialist I

City of Lakewood • Lakewood, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, installs, maintains and inventories traffic signs and markings within the City of Lakewood. Keeps records on activities performed. The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Performing the basic functions of manufacturing, maintaining and installing traffic signs and in performing traffic line layout and installation of traffic markings.
• Valid Class B CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain it within six months of employment, and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to interact with others in a positive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other employees as well as supervisors.
• Ability to use personal computer and iPad.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to work productively without constant supervision.
• Ability to work safely and set up safe work zones.
• Post-offer physical exam is required.
• Must be able to lift and/or move heavy objects such as traffic control barricades, sign blanks, sign poles, markings materials, and other miscellaneous equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; some objects must be lifted chest high and/or placed on the floor.
• Must be able to push and/or pull a pallet jack with paint totes, bead totes, aluminum sign blanks, sign faces, and other miscellaneous equipment weighing up to 500 pounds.
• Stands, kneels, squats, moves about, climbs stairs and ladders; drives for extended periods of time.
• May work at heights up to 30 feet.
• Twists, bends and reaches while holding objects.
• Pounds nails, rivets, and the like into concrete, asphalt, wood, aluminum, etc.
• Grips and manipulates cans of spray paint as well as a variety of tools daily.
• Must be able to hear telephone, radio and audio equipment signals.
• Paint truck operations require two-way radio communications.
• Must be able to hear traffic and warning signals on vehicles.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination for sign making, sign installation and painting operations.
• Uses vision to drive and to notice hazards while working.
• Requires ability to perform simple mathematical calculations to determine quantities of materials used.
• Must be able to communicate effectively among team members and public contacts in the field.
• Must use judgement to determine when to work independently and when to ask for direction.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• IMSA Level I certification in signs and markings.

Responsibilities

• Installs traffic control signs.
• Performs all tasks related to Safety Asset Management using current software.
• Performs keyboarding operations and uses a personal computer or iPad to maintain databases.
• Uses personal computer to aid in the fabrication/manufacture of traffic control signs.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of equipment for pavement marking and sign installation.
• Assists in the layout and painting of parking lots.
• Assists in the installation of pavement markings.
• Assists in the removal of non-conforming traffic lines with a grinder.
• Assists in the sign shop with the sign fabrication/manufacture process.
• Assists in proper inventory of materials used.
• Maintains inventory of field assets such as signs and markings.
• Maintains equipment when needed.
• Maintains organized work area.
• Drives City vehicle.
• May tow a trailer when tasks requires it.
• Operates a snowplow for Street Maintenance Division during snow events.
• Performs pre and post trip inspections on equipment.
• Sets up safe work sites including proper use of cones, signs and traffic control.
• Works independently and as part of a team; follows supervisor’s instructions.
• Assists signal crews or other divisions as requested by supervisor.
• Requires regular and prompt attendance.
• Must maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Lakewood celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of our workforce. Accordingly, the city is committed to creating, nurturing and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our community and employees.

What This Job Offers

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