Sign Shop Technician

Essential Functions

• Assembles signs per MUTCD (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices).
• Inventories and purchases supplies necessary to create, assemble and install traffic signs.
• Operates office and shop equipment.
• Receives and distributes work orders.
• Aids sign installers with installing signs and applying road markings (paint, hot, heat applied).
• Oversees part-time workers when applicable and directs staff and provides materials as needed.
• Maintains and controls school flashers.
• Works with inter-governmental agencies to make signs and write up orders.
• Communicates with public on phone and in person regarding traffic signs.
• Calls utility companies for locates.
• Performs traffic counts, manual and mechanical, at intersections and overall road usage.
• Performs driveway inspections as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License to operate County owned vehicles for sign installation and maintenance.
• Previous experience or training in work zone traffic control, signs level International Municipal Sign Association (IMSA) and (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices) MUTCD preferred.
• Computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related software to create signs and cut out with plotter.
• Ability to use shop and hand tools including, but not limited to drill press, band saw, grinder and squeeze roller.
• Ability to use GPS to locate all signs.
• Ability to use the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for sign placement.
• Valid Driver’s License to operate County owned vehicles for sign installation and maintenance.
• Certification of Work Zone Traffic Control and Signs 1 through International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) within the first year of employment.
• Arc Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) license within first year of employment.
• Ability to drive a fork lift.

Licensing and Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License to operate County owned vehicles for sign installation and maintenance.
• Arc Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) license within first year of employment.
• Certification of Work Zone Traffic Control and Signs 1 through International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) within the first year of employment.

Immediate Supervisor

Manager of Technical Services

Hours

7:00 am – 3:30 pm with the ability to be on-call 24/7; overtime as required

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.