Signs and Markings Technician

City of Victoria TX; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

TMRS retirement

Paid leave

Job summary

The City of Victoria TX is seeking a Signs and Markings Technician to design, fabricate, install, and maintain all street signs and markings according to MUTCD guidelines. The role involves using design software, operating sign fabrication tools, and coordinating with the city’s traffic operations.

Qualified candidates have a High School diploma or GED, a valid Texas driver license, and either a Class B CDL with Airbrake or the ability to obtain one within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 2 years related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver License.
• Class B CDL with Airbrake endorsement or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Signs and Markings Level I certification within 1 year of hire.
• Signs and Markings Level II certification within 3 years of hire.
• MUTCD guidelines and related safety practices.
• Graphic design software used to create signage.
• Reading blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Designs and fabricates signage per MUTCD guidelines using various software.
• Installs signs, bases, sleeves, and other components.
• Inspects and maintains signs and markings; replaces damaged signage.
• Maintains stop bars, crosswalks, and curb markings; paints in parking lots.
• Maintains sign inventory database; creates identification barcodes.
• Prepares reports accurately and timely.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication

Deadline management

Work organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class B CDL with Airbrake endorsement

Signs and Markings Level I certification

Signs and Markings Level II certification

Tools

Graphic design software

Sign fabrication tools

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Signs and Markings Technician designs, installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces all street signs, markings, and indicators for the City of Victoria.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Designs and fabricates all signage according to Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) guidelines using various software; prepares fabricated signs and gathers material for installation.
• Installs slip bases, sleeves, and other parts needed for signage; operates various equipment to include hand tools, augers, and mini bobcats as needed.
• Inspects, installs, repairs, or replaces all end of street type 3 barricades; inspects signs and markings and repairs or replaces damaged, outdated, and faded signage and markings.
• Maintains all stop bars, crosswalks, and curb markings; installs markings in new locations as requested; paints stripes in City parking lots.
• Designs special signs upon request; maintains a sign inventory database; creates identification barcodes for each sign and enters data into database for tracking.
• Prepare reports accurately and timely.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a shop environment and outdoors throughout the City. Requires exposure to inclement weather conditions, traffic hazards, dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, hazardous chemicals, and electrical hazards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent AND two (2) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Driver License
• Class B Commercial driver's license with Airbrake endorsement or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Signs and Markings Level I certification within one (1) year of hire.
• Signs and Markings Level II certification within three (3) years of hire.
• Relevant laws, regulations, safety practices, and MUTCD guidelines.
• Graphic design software used to create signage.
• Use of tools, equipment, and methods used in sign fabrication, installation, and maintenance.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
• Work organization, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Effective communication and professional interaction with others.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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01

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License?

• YesNo

03

Do you hold a valid Texas Class B Commercial driver's license? Or, are you willing to obtain one within six (6) months of hire?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have two years of traffic signs and markings or related experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question