Lead Signage Traffic Control Technician

POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Leads Traffic Control Technicians in the design, repair, removal and installation of street signs and roadway markings. Maintains related records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Position Specific Summary

The Lead Traffic Control Technician position at the City of Tucson's Department of Transportation & Mobility, leads and performs design, repair, removal, and installation of street signs.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Traffic Engineering Technician Supervisor. This position leads and instructs the daily operational work of traffic maintenance personnel.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00 AM-2:30 PM.

Alternate work schedule may be considered. May be required to work on-call shifts to include nights and weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

Sign Installation and Repair (30%) - Essential

Prepares vehicle and materials for installation or repair. Visits job sites to ensure area is barricaded properly and safely.

Sets up safety equipment. Removes damaged signs and posts. Sets up temporary signage.

Measures and marks blue stake areas. Installs new signs and posts.

Sign Fabrication (25%) - Essential

Fabricates street signs by entering information into the computer for printing. Applies sign face to metal surfaces. Performs silk-screening, punching, drilling, and sign assembly.

Data Entry and Reporting (20%) - Essential

Maintains daily activities records by logging job assignments, materials used, mileage and traveled time spent, and entering data into the computer. Repairs mechanical equipment, and contacts vendors, suppliers, and specialty stores for materials. Quality control of data entered by Traffic Control Technicians.

Lead (20%) - Essential

Reviews workloads, assigns work and coaches employees with specialized instructions and practices for job accomplishments. Contributes to other employees' performance evaluations. Assists with the hiring process by interviewing and making recommendations and providing input to supervisory staff.

Other duties as assigned (5%) - Non-Essential

Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday as early as 2:00 AM. May be required to work on-call shifts to include nights and weekends.

• All duties, responsibilities, and percentage of time listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

6 months post high school

Work Experience:

Two (2) years of directly related experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

6 months post high school (Required)

or a related field.

Work Experience:

Two (2) years of fabricating, installing, and repairing street signs

Skills:

License/Certifications:

Valid and unrestricted Class D Driver License

• Arizona Department of Transportation

• Motor Vehicle Division

Languages:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following certifications must be obtained within six (6) months of hire and must be maintained throughout employment in this position:

Forklift operator certification

International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Signs and Pavement Markings Technician I Certification

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Position Title:

Lead Traffic Control Technician

Department Name:

Department of Transportation and Mobility

Department Link:

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Transportation-Mobility

FTE%:

100

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Type:

Regular

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Minimum Hiring Salary: $19.97

Dependent upon experience, qualifications, and successful completion of any applicable job training

Full Hourly Range: $19.97 - 34.44 USD

In accordance with pay transparency, the salary reflected in this posting is the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Salary placement is typically between the minimum and mid-point of the salary range.

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.

With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer six weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

POSTING INFORMATION

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by 07-16-2024 at 11:59 p.m. MST

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.

Special Instructions:

The following pre-employment physical test applies to this position:

• Basic Physical

• 50lbs

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD

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