The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform the duties of equipment operator in the installation and maintenance of traffic control pavement markings and/or signs. Position incumbents are primarily assigned to either the Street Striping subdivision or the Sign subdivision and perform the duties associated with that subdivision; however, all position incumbents are cross-trained on the duties of both subdivisions and can be utilized as needed. Position incumbents assist the Traffic Maintenance Worker III in training Traffic Maintenance Worker Is and may serve as lead workers for two to six member crews. Primary work responsibilities may include: serving as primary operator of striping machines, cold laid plastic machine, and bituminous machines; training TMW Is on operation of machines; assisting in the onsite layout of pavement markings for installation and revitalization projects; serving as the lead worker on sign crews; assisting in the construction of street and traffic control signs; and performing additional duties in service to the department. Incumbents receive onsite direction from Traffic Maintenance Worker IIIs and are supervised by a Traffic Maintenance Supervisor.
High school diploma or GED and two years of experience at the Traffic Maintenance Worker I level or equivalent. Must also have at least six months of experience operating paint striping equipment and/or sign manufacturing machines.
NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Physical ability to walk on asphalt surfaces for distances of up to 5 miles in one day in order to assist with paint striping and sign operations. Physical ability to stoop, crouch, bend and kneel in order to assist with equipment operation and maintenance, loading or unloading equipment, and preparing surfaces for striping and signing operations. Physical ability to lift, carry, pull, and push equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Physical ability to lift, carry, pull and push equipment or materials weighing up to 150 pounds with assistance. Physical ability to frequently climb into and out of the bed of truck in order to secure tools or materials, install or remove sign posts, and clean road signs. Physical ability to lift and strike a sign post with a 16 pound sledge hammer using hand-eye coordination and physical strength.
WORK CONDITIONS: Work performed involves a moderate to extensive amount of manual labor. Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements to include direct sun exposure, extreme heat and/or cold, rain, and lightning. Work includes exposure to strong fumes from solvents, paints, and other chemicals. Work involves frequent use of metal, glass, bituminous, and other materials which may cause frequent cuts, abrasions, and bruises. Work is performed in a variety of uncontrolled work environments including but not limited to: in close proximity to heavy traffic traveling at various rates of speed; in unkempt areas with tall weeds and potentially poisonous plants; and exposure to ants, bees, insects, and other local wildlife. Work requires some extended work hours, overtime, night, weekend, and holiday hours as well as afterhours on-call duty.
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