Public Works/ Traffic - Signs & Pavement Marking Technician

About the role

The City of Hampton is seeking a dedicated and safety-focused professional to perform skilled traffic maintenance work involving traffic signs, barriers, and guardrails. This position plays a critical role in supporting traffic operations, public safety, and emergency response efforts throughout the City.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled traffic maintenance work involving traffic signs, barriers, and guardrails.
• Support traffic operations, public safety, and emergency response efforts.
• Work effectively with the public and fellow team members.
• Work in challenging conditions and outside of standard work hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong experience in traffic operations.
• Some experience in Thermo-Plastic pavement markings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hand tools, carpentry, mechanics, or painting.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with the general public and other personnel.
• Must be IMSA Signs and Marking certified and work zone certified within 1 year and 6 months of hire date respectively.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Valid Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B within 180 days of employment.
• Safety-sensitive position subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
• Pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Qualifications

• Frequent contact with the general public and other city employees.
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Work conditions can be disagreeable and potentially dangerous.
• May be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager.

Skills

Strong experience in traffic operations, a solid working knowledge of tools and equipment, and the ability to work effectively with the public and fellow team members.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.
• Tax deferred retirement plan 457.
• Roth IRA.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Training and Career Development opportunities.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Additional Information

The City of Hampton is a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer. They offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Hampton is a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future!