Sign And Marking Specialist II

Summary

King County Road Services Division has an excellent opportunity for you to be part of local government! We are looking for a hard-working Sign and Marking Specialist II. Our successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player who has experience installing, maintaining and repairing traffic signs, pavement markings and roadway striping applications for roadways within all of unincorporated King County and contracted Cities and Municipalities. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Road Services team and make a difference in our community!

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice

The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to "True North" values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose. Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in King County. We welcome applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership.

About us (King County Road Services Division)

As the largest division within the Department of Local Services, we are responsible for about 1,500 miles of roads, 182 bridges, and other related infrastructure in the unincorporated areas of King County. At any given time, we have 20-40 active road projects impacting a wide spectrum of communities and people.

Job Duties

• Apply paint and/or thermoplastic for crosswalks, arrows, legends, channelization islands, stop bars, and lane lines;

• Install pavement markings such as traffic buttons;

• Operate and maintain paint machinery including compressors, spray guns, thermoplastic applicators and center-line striping machines;

• Maintain and update daily log showing activities, make necessary reports on work order inventory system;

• Keep brush, trees, and other objects clear of traffic signs;

• Provide proper traffic control by flagging or placing signs, cones, and barricades as appropriate to ensure crew and public safety;

• Operate jackhammer, air compressor, and common hand tools, in the assembly, repair, and removal of street signs and posts;

• Dig post-holes and set posts;

• Lift, carry, move, or handle up to 50-pound bags, tools, equipment, and other objects to complete any of the above-referenced functions;

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Experience and Knowledge in driving and maintaining a Road-way Striping Truck.

• Have experience in sign and marking installation experience OR a combination of skills and experiences;

• Have knowledge of and will adhere to federal, state and county safety procedures for construction, road maintenance, or other heavy manual labor areas (fall protection, confined space, hazardous materials);

• Have effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration, working as a team with the ability to be an independent thinker who looks for new ways to solve problems and have a continuous improvement mindset;

• Understand the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and can read maps and drawings;

• Can prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding environment;

• Are comfortable performing work outdoors and in inclement weather;

• Are skilled in courteously responding to the general public and maintaining effective relationships.

Highly Desirable:

• CDL Class B with HAZMAT Endorsement

• This position is represented by Teamsters, Local 174.

• This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies for up to 6 months for STT, TLT or Career Service positions.

• This position is overtime eligible. Working after-hours, weekends, and holidays may be required in emergency circumstances, such as during inclement weather, and on special projects. Overtime hours, weekends, and holidays vary upon business demand, season and weather.

Supplemental Information

Additional Requirements (successful candidates must):

• Successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

• Have the ability to obtain a valid Washington State driver's license prior to start date.

• Possession of a valid Washington State Flagging Certificate, valid CPR and First Aid certifications OR ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Please provide copies of documentation if you have possession of these items.

• Possession of an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Sign Install Level 1 is highly desired.

• CDL Class B with HAZMAT Endorsement is highly desired.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and or/special duty positions over the next six months.

The Department of Local Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

If you are selected, you will be invited to participate in a 15-minute phone interview the week of July 18, 2024. If you are successful in the phone interview, you will be invited for a final interview.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

This position is represented by Teamsters 174.

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

If you have any questions, please contact Jerrell Hollis, by e-mail at jhollis@kingcounty.gov, or by phone at 206-477-4318.