Signing & Marking Technician

City of Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The City of Las Vegas is seeking a Signing and Marking Technician in the Department of Public Works. This role installs and maintains traffic control indicators using paint, tape, and raised pavement markers, and sets up safe work zones in traffic areas as needed.

Under supervision, responsibilities include field operations, record keeping, and procurement coordination. Candidates must meet licensing and certification requirements as outlined, including future certifications within specified

Qualifikationen

• Two years experience in maintenance, construction, or a field related to the essential functions.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license at time of application and maintenance thereafter.
• Flagman certification from the Nevada Department of Transportation and forklift certificate within 1 year; Class B CDL and Signs and Markings Specialist Level I within 2 years.

Aufgaben

• Measures and marks off streets, parking stalls and lanes for painting.
• Operates paint striping equipment, including airless spray and hot plastic equipment.
• Installs, replaces, repairs, and maintains street signs and other public signs; bores holes for signs and posts.

Kenntnisse

Color vision

Traffic control

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Jobbeschreibung

NOTICE OF LIMITED APPLICATIONS

This posting is limited to the first 75 applications received. When that number is reached the posting will be automatically removed.

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Signing and Marking Technician for the Department of Public Works. This position installs and maintains traffic control indicators using paint, traffic tape and raised pavement markers; sets up safe work zones in traffic areas as needed.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from the Traffic Field Supervisor or higher level management staff. May receive functional and technical supervision from a Senior Signing & Marking Technician.

Notice of written exam

Written Test Date

Monday, December 7, 2026

The city of Las Vegas does not recommend or endorse any specific study guide for this examination. Examination content will be based on the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this job posting.

Examination Process

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the City of Las Vegas. The examination for this recruitment will be a written examination, weighted 100%, and will be used to place candidates on the eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and will include hiring interview. Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, to include education and employment verification, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.

Special Requirements

Certain city functions operate on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week schedule, and may require support on any shift. Additionally, position may be required to respond to call outs during emergency situations. Installs and maintains traffic control indicators using paint, traffic tape and raised pavement markers; sets up safe work zones in traffic areas as needed.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the full journey level class within the Signing and Marking Technician series. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Signing and Marking Technician in that the latter exercises functional and technical supervision.

Essential Functions

1. Measures and marks off streets, parking stalls and lanes for painting.
2. Drives the paint striper vehicle and operates partially automated paint controls on the paint striper vehicle; operates airless spray equipment and hot plastic equipment.
3. Installs, replaces, repairs, fabricates and maintains street signs and other public signs; cuts pipe; selects and marks proper locations and bores holes for signs and posts.
4. Installs, removes and maintains delineators, meter poles and raised pavement markings on roadways.
5. Grinds out old pavement markings before applying fresh markings when necessary.
6. Installs, repairs and removes traffic adhesive tape.
7. Ensures the safety of self, co-workers and the public by following proper traffic barricading techniques when working in or near traffic; if necessary, directs traffic around work; refers to regionally accepted and city-wide drawings and specifications, and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices issued by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for standards.
8. Reads, interprets and follows written plans for traffic markings.
9. Monitors and maintains appropriate levels of supplies, equipment and inventory to ensure efficient and effective operations. Participates in the procurement process, including researching materials, equipment and vendors, assisting with specifications and requisitioning materials as needed.
10. Maintains a variety of computerized, automated, and manual logs, records and files; performs a variety of record keeping, filing, indexing and other general clerical work.
11. Cleans equipment and performs maintenance after use.
12. Inputs, updates and retrieves data from a variety of computerized databases; generates reports as necessary.

Marginal Functions

1. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
2. Repairs, replaces and removes parking meters; installs bases for multi-bay meters.
3. Performs related duties and responsibilities, as required.

Experience

Two years experience in maintenance, construction, or a field related to the essential functions.

Training

Equivalent to graduation from high school.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

As a condition of continued employment, employees must acquire the following within one (1) year of the date of initial appointment:

Possession of a Flagman certification from the Nevada Department of Transportation, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of a City of Las Vegas forklift certificate, and maintenance thereafter.

As a condition of continued employment, employees must acquire the following within two (2) years of the date of initial appointment:

Possession of an appropriate, valid Class B commercial driver's license, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of Signs and Markings Specialist Level I certification from the International Municipal Signal Association, and maintenance thereafter.

Special Requirements

Certain city functions operate on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week schedule, and may require support on any shift. Additionally, position may be required to respond to call outs during emergency situations.

Knowledge of

• Construction techniques and methods.
• Operational characteristics of construction equipment and tools.
• Operations of a traffic and street signing and marking program.
• Methods and techniques of installing and maintaining traffic control devices.
• Operational characteristics and safe operating techniques of airless spray equipment, striping machine and hot plastic equipment, materials and tools.
• Standards and specifications of uniform traffic control principles, devices and maintenance methods.
• Traffic and street sign fabrication, placement and installation methods.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Skills in

• Keeping accurate records.
• Operating a computer and associated peripherals common in an office, shop, and field environment.
• Operating a variety of hand and power tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Distinguishing colors.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Performing journey level tasks of installing and maintaining traffic control devices.
• Fabricating signs using available equipment and techniques, including a personal computer.
• Safely handling required hazardous materials, chemicals and equipment.
• Working independently in the absence of supervision.

Competencies

Core Workforce Competencies

• Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.
• Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.
• Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.
• Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.
• Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.
• Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.
• Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.