Transportation Maintenance Specialist I - Traffic Signs

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated and motivated Transportation Maintenance Specialist I to join our Signing team! This hands-on, field-based position is responsible for installing and maintaining ground-mounted traffic signs and accurately documenting work using computerized management and sign inventory systems. Be part of a highly dedicated team and play a key role in enhancing mobility across Pima County’s transportation network! Position works four, ten-hour shifts Monday - Thursday, 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Periodic on-call overtime is required (nights, weekends and holidays).

Requirements

• Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program in general transportation construction maintenance AND one year of journey-level experience in general transportation construction maintenance. (Relevant education may substitute for up to six months of the aforementioned experience.) OR: Five years of journey-level experience general transportation construction maintenance. (Relevant education may substitute for up to two and one half years of the aforementioned experience.) OR: Two years of experience with Pima County as a Trades Maintenance Technician in the specific trade, craft, specialty or operational area of required expertise. (Some positions may require additional specialized training and/or experience.)
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• Some positions require Arizona certification as an herbicide/pesticide applicator or backflow device inspector/repair person or installer, etc. at the time of appointment or prior to completion of an initial/promotional probation period.
• Some positions must obtain and maintain certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
• Some positions require a valid Arizona commercial driver license (CDL) with appropriate endorsement(s) at the time of appointment, or prior to completion of an initial/promotional probation period.
• Positions requiring a CDL are also subject to applicable State of Arizona and federal standards, rules, and regulations on physical requirements including drug and alcohol testing.
• Failure to obtain/maintain the required certifications/licenses shall be grounds for termination.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
• Due to the need for access to law enforcement, detention or correctional facilities, some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by law enforcement agencies.
• Some positions carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, blood-borne pathogens, asbestos or wastewater products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience installing and maintaining traffic signing.
• Experience using asset management software (e.g. Maximo, etc.) and field inventory databases (e.g., Desktop Sign Editor, Cartegraph etc.).
• Experience using sign installation tools, hardware, and techniques.
• Experience operating one (1) ton or heavier vehicles, skid steers, forklifts, and concrete mixers.
• Experience setting up and removing temporary traffic control.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled analysis and repair of equipment, systems and vehicles
• Leads others in highly skilled fabrication or modifications of existing or proposed equipment, facilities, systems or their components from verbal directions, sketches, plans, engineering drawings or technical references
• Inspects, services and maintains assigned tools, equipment and vehicles
• Performs quality control analysis on equipment or supported systems for proper functioning and performs remedial actions necessary to assure optimum operations
• Inspects, approves or certifies work of others (if certified or authorized to do so)
• Maintains comprehensive activity, operations, service and usage records on supported vehicles, equipment and systems
• Prepares estimates for unique or complex operations, maintenance and special projects from rough sketches and engineering plans or drawings, and documents use and expenditure of materials, supplies and equipment
• Prepares sketches and drawings for work proposed or in-progress to communicate needed information to supervisors, subordinates and contractors
• Coordinates own or work-unit activities with other work-units, agencies or contractors to assure optimal use of available resources and to minimize disruptions of service or support
• Monitors contractor performance (including contractor-supplied goods and services)
• Stores, handles, uses and disposes of hazardous materials required, encountered or generated in work activities
• Supervises and participates in cutting, trimming, seeding, fertilization, and application of herbicides/pesticides to turf grasses, soils, trees and ornamental shrubs
• Identifies common and abnormal conditions and diseases of turf grasses, trees and ornamental shrubs and directs appropriate remedial actions

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed