UTILITY WORKER

City of Amarillo

About The Position

The Utility Worker (Signs & Markings) is responsible for accurately fabricating, maintaining, and installing traffic-control signs and pavement markings, and for channelizing traffic detours around work areas in accordance with the MUTCD. The role may occasionally serve as crew chief over other utility workers and temporary summer employees. The position reports to the Signs and Markings Supervisor and has no regular supervisory work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Ability to use a computer for word-processing and spreadsheet purposes.
Ability to use small electronic hand tools, such as drills and saws.
Ability to use hand tools, such as shovels, brooms, post-hole diggers, and screwdrivers.
Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Knowledge of the meanings, regulations, and placement of signs.
Ability to read and understand blueprints and work orders.

Responsibilities

Maintain and install signs in accordance with the MUTCD.
Ensure accuracy, safety, and dependable use of equipment and supplies on each job.
Work independently and supervise helpers during field operations as needed.
Write up signs for change-out and street markers for new subdivisions.
Assist with overhead sign installation on signal posts and mast arms.
Perform pavement marking work in accordance with the MUTCD.
Read and understand blueprints and work orders.
Maintain and install curb painting and island tips.
Maintain crosswalks, stop bars, railroad crossings, and arrows.
Lay out markings (dotting) for overlay and sealcoat streets.
Operate the cone trailer and serve as a follow person.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.