Traffic Sign & Marking Specialist

City of Tacoma; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tacoma is seeking a Traffic Sign and Marking Specialist to establish an Eligible List for temporary and permanent vacancies in the Public Works Department, Street Operations Division.

The role involves fabricating, installing, maintaining, and removing traffic signs, markings and related devices, with after-hours emergency response and nontraditional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year roadway signage or 2 years Street Maintenance experience, or equivalent.
• Valid Washington State Driver License; CDL Class A with Tanker endorsement and other certifications.
• First aid/CPR, flagging and traffic control card, forklift certification, IMSA Level I for Signs and Markings.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, install and repair traffic signs and signposts.
• Set up and remove temporary and emergency traffic control devices.
• Install and maintain roadway paint striping and curb markings.
• Receive, investigate and resolve reports of damaged or missing signs.
• Interpret drawings and work orders; document work and inventory.
• Operate sign fabrication and marking equipment; work safely with others.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sign fabrication equipment

Paint striping equipment

Traffic control equipment

CDL Class A with Tanker endorsement

Job description

The City of Tacoma's Public Works Department, Street Operations Division, is recruiting to establish an Eligible List for the position of Traffic Sign and Marking Specialist, which will be used to fill temporary and permanent vacancies as they occur for a period of one year. This classified position is responsible for performing skilled, technical work to schedule, coordinate and complete fabrication, maintenance, repair, installation and removal of traffic control signs, supports, markings and traffic control devices.

Essential Duties

• Fabricate, maintain, install and repair traffic signs, sign components and signposts.
• Set up and remove temporary and emergency traffic control devices for parades, road closures, special events and emergency situations.
• Install, maintain and remove roadway paint striping, painted curb markings, pavement marker buttons and guideposts.
• Receive, investigate and resolve reports of damaged or missing signs.
• Interpret and implement instructions from drawings, work orders and applicable standards manuals.
• Document work performed as outlined in applicable standards and as it pertains to inventory control.
• Operate all equipment associated with signs and markings functions including personal computers, hand and power tools, motor vehicles and equipment, paint striper, paint application and removal equipment and sign fabrication equipment.
• Work safely cooperatively with co-workers and the public.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations including attending monthly safety meetings.
• Assist engineering staff with duties related to signs and markings design/lay out and traffic counts.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Position requires lifting of objects in excess of 50 pounds such as bags of materials, lumber and paint containers.
• Indoor and outdoor environment; subject to noise, fumes and adverse weather conditions while working in hazardous areas such as street surfaces, rights-of-ways, medians and shoulders.
• Exposed to potentially hazardous materials, chemicals and equipment.
• Work nontraditional shifts and schedules. Response to after-hour emergency calls required.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience

• 1 year working in roadway signage and pavement markings or 2 years as a Street Maintenance Worker
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary background to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to perform the essential duties of the classification

License, Certificates and other Requirements

• Valid Washington State Driver License at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter.
• Prior to completion of probation, employee must obtain, and then maintain, the following:
  • valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License (Class A) with Tanker Endorsement with Air Brake restrictions removed
  • valid flagging and traffic control card, forklift certification
  • first aid/CPR card
  • IMSA level I certification for Signs and Markings

• Applicable standards including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, WSDOT Sign Fabrication Manual and International Municipal Signal Association Signs and Markings Manuals.
• Applicable Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, regulations and guidelines relevant to assigned duties.
• Use and understanding of various traffic control devices and flagging methods.
• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the fabrication, installation, removal and maintenance of roadway signs and markings.
• General mathematics and algebra.
• Statistical record keeping techniques.
• The operation and maintenance of specialized equipment used in the fabrication, installation and removal of traffic signs and markings.
• Use, care and handling of toxic chemicals and hazardous materials.Operation of personal computers and specialized software related to sign maintenance.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Operation of motor vehicles, including those requiring CDL class A licensing
• Respond to emergency calls during work and may be subject to call out during non-work hours to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Perform heavy manual labor, lifting up to 50 lbs or more.
• Work independently and interpret drawings, diagrams and work orders.
• Office practices, methods, computer equipment and computer applications/software.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping.
• Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing using tact, patience and courtesy.

A Commitment to Equity & Diversity

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

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Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $32.41 - $39.40

Annual Salary: $67,412.80 - $81,952.00

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