JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Sign Maintenance Worker

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  June 1997

 

ORG/POS #:  2250/1164

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To install, repair and maintain traffic control and informational signs and pavement markings.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives direct supervision from a Crew Leader (Traffic) or Leader - Traffic.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Operates hand tools and power tools to install, remove and repair traffic control and informational signs; removes obstructions from areas around signs as necessary.

 

2.         Selects and loads signs, materials and equipment as directed by a Crew Leader (Traffic) or by written work orders.

 

3.         Serves as backup to the Crew Leader during absences by driving assigned truck to the work site and completing daily reports.

 

4.         Drives escort vehicle accompanying paint or thermoplastic striping equipment; sets safety cones or directs traffic at the work sites.

 

5.         Loads paint or thermoplastic striping material into the striping equipment; removes and replaces empty fuel containers fur burners or traffic striping equipment.

 

6.         Operates painting equipment to paint traffic islands; applies glass beads by hand to hand painted and special purpose markings such as islands and curbs.

 

7.         Completes special project assignments by operating sign fabrication equipment in the Sign Shop during inclement weather.

 

8.         Instructs part-time summer employees in sign maintenance work activities.

 

9.         Performs daily checks of fuel, oil and other fluid in assigned vehicles before operating.

 

10.       Operates a microcomputer utilizing specialized sign design and fabrication software.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None.

JOB SPECIFICATION

SIGN MAINTENANCE WORKER

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of moderate difficulty in installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic control and informational signs and pavement markings.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  June 1997

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Operates hand tools and power tools to install, remove and repair traffic control and informational signs; removes obstructions from areas around signs as necessary.

 

Selects and loads signs, materials and equipment as directed by a Crew Leader (Traffic) or by written work orders.

 

Serves as backup to the Crew Leader during absences by driving assigned truck to the work site and completing daily reports.

 

Drives escort vehicle accompanying paint or thermoplastic striping equipment; sets safety cones or directs traffic at the work sites.

 

Loads paint or thermoplastic striping material into the striping equipment; removes and replaces empty fuel containers fur burners or traffic striping equipment.

 

Operates painting equipment to paint traffic islands; applies glass beads by hand to hand painted and special purpose markings such as islands and curbs.

 

Completes special project assignments by operating sign fabrication equipment in the Sign Shop during inclement weather.

 

Instructs part-time summer employees in sign maintenance work activities.

 

Performs daily checks of fuel, oil and other fluid in assigned vehicles before operating.

 

Operates a microcomputer utilizing specialized sign design and fabrication software.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Familiarity with standards for traffic signs.

 

Skill in the operation of hand tools and power tools.

 

Skill in the operation of medium-duty trucks.

 

Skill in the operation of a microcomputer.

 

Ability to locate specific work sites from work orders and City maps.

 

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

 

Ability to lift and carry weights of up to approximately 75 pounds.

JOB TITLE:  Sign Maintenance Worker

JOB SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED

 

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

 

At least one (1) year of experience in sign maintenance; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

 

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

JOB TITLE:  Sign Maintenance Worker

JOB SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                                                                            YES                                                                            NO

Lifting (lbs.)	75
Carrying (lbs.)	75
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                                                                            YES                                                                            NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts	ü
Work in High, Precarious Places	ü
Fumes or Dust	ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals	ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)	ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)		ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)	ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)	ü