Traffic Technician I - Signs and Markings chez Douglas County Government (CO), CO

About the Department

This position is responsible for maintaining the signs and markings in unincorporated Douglas County. 
This is work that involves a combination of skills for preparing, fabricating, installing and maintaining all county road traffic control devices, including traffic signs and roadway markings.

Position Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)
 
PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Operates equipment including forklifts, pickups, and single axle trucks.
• Assists in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of traffic control signs throughout unincorporated Douglas County in accordance with the latest version of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Assists with the installation of pavement markings throughout unincorporated Douglas County in accordance with the latest version of the MUTCD.
• Performs routine maintenance and operation of equipment.
• Performs snow removal and sand/de-icing material applications.
• Other Duties: Will perform other duties as assigned.

• Signing – Learns and applies the fabrication methods, equipment, and materials to be used, the colors and shapes of the signs, i.e. regulatory, warning and guide signs, and the equipment for installation.
• Striping / Markings – Learns and applies the types of materials (paint, epoxy, thermoplastic, methyl-methacrylate) and specifications for application; the road conditions and temperatures to apply materials; the ability to read blueprints/plans.  Requires gaining basic knowledge of striping equipment (trucks, hand machines, and striping removal machines) and how to operate and maintain them; how to set up traffic control for work zones for spot work or safely run a striping train of vehicles per federal/state/local standards; and knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Work Zone Traffic Control – Learns and applies barricade classifications and when to use each type.  Be able to read and set up work zones per Part VI of the MUTCD.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  A high school diploma or GED.  Must be at least 18 years of age.
 
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. 
• Must possess a State of Colorado Class (B) Commercial Driver License with complying insurance within 6 months after hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Upon possession of a Commercial Driver License, incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements. 
• Ability to obtain a Colorado Department of Transportation Flaggers Certification Card within six months of employment.
• Within 1 ½ years, employee must become familiar with the MUTCD, obtain certification as an ATTSA or IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician and obtain an IMSA Level I Sign & Markings certification.

Other Qualifications

For more information on job functions, requirements and to apply please visit: https://douglasco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2935?c=douglasco&sq=req2935

Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to: Medical/Dental/Vision. 
For a more detailed overview please view the full Employee Benefit Guide.