District Sign Technician II-III (Channing)
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) · Channing, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) · Channing, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) · Channing, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
TxDOT’s Channing Maintenance Office in the Amarillo District is hiring a District Sign Tech II or III. We’re seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team in a vital transportation role focused on installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators across the district. If you take pride in precision, enjoy working outdoors, and want to contribute to public safety and infrastructure, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that keeps our roads safe and well-marked.
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Performs skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Orders supplies and materials from district shop.
Orders signs from the regional sign shop.
Conducts nighttime luminaire inspections to ensure reflectivity of signs, delineators, stripping, and retroreflective pavement markers (RPMs).
Inspects roadways to identify sign and delineator deficiencies and recommend repairs.
Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
Measures and calculates amount of materials needed.
Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs.
Performs and maintains inventory of signs.
Performs preventive maintenance on sign truck.
Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations and delineators in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other departmental guidance.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
Trains other technicians on sign installation and safety procedure
(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
1 year in sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience.
2 years in sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience.
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License at the time of application. Must have an "N" Endorsement or obtain an "N" Endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" Endorsement.
Considerable knowledge of
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Standard Highway Sign Designs for Texas
The Sign Crew Field Book
Inventory/stock control procedures
The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices
Proficient skill in
Using basic mathematical fundamentals
Installing and repairing signs
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Extensive Knowledge of
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
The Sign Crew Field Book
The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices
Standard Highway Sign Designs for Texas
Inventory/stock control procedures
Expert skill in
Installing and repairing signs
Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Proficient skill in
Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates and expenses
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Some skill in
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise and vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Required to respond on nights, weekends and holidays in emergency situations.
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information.