Traffic Maintenance Worker II

Montgomerypersonnel; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Montgomerypersonnel is seeking an Equipment Operator in Montgomery, Alabama. The role involves operating striping machines and training junior staff members. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in traffic maintenance work.

The position demands physical stamina for manual labor in various weather conditions, and a competitive benefits package is provided. Employment may require passing a drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience at the Traffic Maintenance Worker I level or equivalent.
• Experience operating paint striping equipment and/or sign manufacturing machines required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various striping and sign-making machines.
• Train Traffic Maintenance Worker Is on machine operation.
• Assist in layout and installation of pavement markings.
• Lead sign crews in construction and maintenance.

Skills

Operating paint striping equipment

Sign manufacturing

Training others

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

Compensation plans are based on a multi‑step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and Montgomery Personnel Board Rules & Regulations.

Nature of Work

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 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. Positions assist the Traffic Maintenance Worker III in training Traffic Maintenance Worker Is and may serve as lead workers for two to six member crews.

Responsibilities

• Primary operator of striping machines, thermoplastic melting and striping machines, cold‑laid plastic machine, and bituminous machines.
• Training Traffic Maintenance Worker 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.
• Performing additional duties in service to the department.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and one year 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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 a 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. The work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements, including direct sun, extreme heat and/or cold, rain, and lightning. There is exposure to strong fumes from solvents, paints, and other chemicals. The job requires frequent use of metal, glass, bituminous, and other materials, which may cause cuts, abrasions, and bruises. Work is performed in uncontrolled environments such as in close proximity to heavy traffic, in unkempt areas with tall weeds and potentially poisonous plants, and with exposure to ants, bees, insects, and other local wildlife. The position may require extended work hours, overtime, night, weekend, and holiday work as well as after‑hours on‑call duty.

Benefits

Employees are offered a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance; paid annual and sick leave; paid holidays; and participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program.

Drug Test

Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre‑employment drug test. The test may require the submission of a sample of hair, fingernails, and/or urine that will verify lack of illegal drug use.

Background Check

Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations, or because of race, national origin, or any other non‑merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration.

Accommodation Request

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he or she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Personnel Department reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact the Personnel Director at [phone].

I‑9

Prior to employment, the potential employee will be required to provide documentation of identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.