Traffic Control Painter

County of Riverside in; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside is seeking a Traffic Control Painter to maintain roadways by painting and repairing markings and signs. Candidates should have experience in road construction and safety protocols, with a valid California Driver License required. This role involves working outdoors and ensuring traffic safety while performing duties.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in traffic painting or road maintenance.
• Must possess a valid California Driver License: Class C.

Responsibilities

• Paint and repair street and highway markings, legends, and signs.
• Maintain paint spraying equipment and perform traffic control.

Skills

Traffic Control

Road Construction

Safety Precautions

Education

California Driver License: Class C

Tools

Spray Guns

Striping Machines

Brushes

Job description

Traffic Control Painter (Finance)

PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for an interview, a copy of your DMV Driving Report, generated within the last 30 days, must be attached to your application.

The County of Riverside Transportation Department has an opportunity for a Traffic Control Painter position, located in Riverside.

The incumbent will play a key role in maintaining County roadways by painting, repairing, and prolonging street and highway markings, legends, bridges, and guard rails. The selected candidate will also be responsible for locating, assembling, and maintaining street signs throughout the County of Riverside. Additionally, Traffic Control Painters are tasked with maintaining paint spraying equipment, performing traffic control, and interpreting signing and striping plans.

The Transportation Department seeks candidates with a background in road construction and traffic control, as well as experience reading engineering plans. The most competitive candidates will have extensive experience operating airless sprayers, working on and alongside open highways, maintaining traffic signs, and holding Traffic Control certifications.

A Commercial California Driver License: Class A or B is required six months after employment.

Meet the Team!

The Transportation Department is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating, and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.

1. Assemble stencils for painting street signs and apply paint with brush or spray gun.
2. Paint crosswalks, curbs, parking areas, warning signs, and lane markings on roads; operate striping machines and apply glass beading; determine appropriate placement for street markings.
3. Initiate appropriate traffic safety precautions, such as setting up warning signs, cones, and detours; install street signs and warning signs.
4. Paint bridges, guard rails, and cattle guards; erect sign posts and barricades; conduct safety checks on vehicles before departing for the job site; prepare equipment and materials; clean and maintain all painting and striping equipment.
5. Report damage or indistinguishable signs and road markings to supervisor; maintain records of work completed, materials used, and maintenance schedule.

Experience: One year of working as a helper in traffic painting or general road maintenance or construction work.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver License: Class C.

PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for an interview, a copy of your DMV Driving Report, generated within the last 30 days, must be attached to your application.

A Commercial California Driver License: Class A or B is required six months after employment.

DOT Information

This position has been designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive. Applicants are required to complete a DOT-mandated alcohol and drug screening. A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment. Reference checks from former DOT-regulated employers are also required.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in situations such as: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.

For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces and work outdoors during inclement weather, such as extreme temperatures.

Knowledge Of

The use and maintenance of painting equipment (e.g., spray guns, brushes, and striping machines); safety precautions when working on highways.

Ability To

Use spray guns, brushes, and striping machines skillfully; install and erect traffic signs and posts; follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.

This position is open to all applicants.

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Richard Griego at [e-mail].