Traffic Sign & Marking Technician



Traffic Sign & Marking Technician

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Clearwater, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2022-00119

Department

Engineering

Division

TRAFFIC OPERATIONS ADMIN

Opening Date

01/27/2022

Closing Date

10/4/2022 4:57 PM Eastern

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Description

Entry Salary - $37,012.30 - OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under general supervision, the Traffic Sign and Marking Technician performs skilled work related to the application, construction, fabrication, installation, maintenance, renovation and repair of signs, pavement markings, flex posts, structures, maintenance of traffic devices and associated items within a Traffic Control System.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Applies, constructs, fabricates, installs, maintains, renovates and repairs signs, pavement markings, flex posts, structures, maintenance of traffic devices and associated items within a Traffic Control System.
  • Installs and maintains yellow and white thermoplastic pavement markings for the City of Clearwater; performs general layout and measurement of new pavement marking installations and eradication of old pavement markings via a manual grinder.
  • Sets and places all M.O.T's (Maintenance of Traffic) for the City of Clearwater; installs pavement markings on speed humps, decorative crosswalks, and flexible upright posts to delineate traffic.
  • Travels and drives to various areas of the City to perform general signage and marking for traffic systems. 
  • Utilizes City resources, including but not limited to computers, motor vehicles, tools, equipment, and parts, to effectively perform assignments assuring the continued operation of the Traffic Control System. 
  • Maintains records, equipment, tools and vehicles as needed. 
  •  Performs related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
 
Certification from Florida Department of Transportation for Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic or ability to obtain within one year of hire date.  

Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license within one year of hire date. 

Certification from International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) for Signs & Pavement Markings Level I or the ability to obtain within one year of hire date.  

The Traffic Signs & Markings Technicians, who obtain and maintain a job-related IMSA Signs Technician Level II OR Pavement Markings Technician Level II Certification shall be eligible for a 5% certification pay differential in addition to the respective incumbent's base rate of pay. 

5% Certification Pay to start the pay period following the receipt of the certificate. 

This position requires possession and maintenance of Class A or B CDL based on area of assignment.  
       
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
Thermoplastic and paint hand liners, pavement markings eradicator, propane roofing torches for applying preformed pavement markings, posthole diggers, rakes, shovels, power blowers.
Laptop, desktop, graphic and sign manufacturing computers and machinery.
 
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED PLUS one (1) years' experience in engineering, construction, clerical, and record keeping or related field, preferably including some experience in GIS, Databases, Spreadsheets or asset Management.; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.  
 

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of 

  • Occupational hazards, principles, and standards.
  • Tools, equipment, and materials
  • Maintenance, repair, and renovation of signs, pavement markings, and other traffic control system devices.
  • Traffic control devices, design standards, and other manuals provided by the FDOT.
  • Department policies and protocols.
  • Engineering plans and specifications.
 
Skill in 
  • Understanding drawings, sketches, charts, and other illustrative materials.
  • Interpreting simple engineering drawings.
  • Establishing and maintaining good relationships.
  • Dealing tactfully with the public.
  • Operating a computer with general proficiency.

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01
What is your highest level of education?
  • Masters Degree or higher
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Associates Degree
  • High School Diploma or GED Certificate
  • Completion of 10th grade
  • Less than 10th grade education
02
Do you possess at least 1 year of experience in engineering, construction, clerical, and record keeping or related field, preferably including some experience in GIS, Databases, Spreadsheets or asset Management ?
  • Yes
  • No
03
What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
  • CDL A
  • CDL B
  • Regular (E)
  • ID Only
  • Out of State
  • None of the above

Required Question

Agency
City of Clearwater
Address
100 South Myrtle Avenue

Clearwater, Florida, 33756
Phone
727-562-4870 x0