Assistant Maintenance Technician - Traffic
Assistant Maintenance Technician - Traffic
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$ 4546 - 5632
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The salary range for this position is $4546.00$5632.00 monthly.
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Assistant Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic energetic and innovative Traffic Operations team. The successful candidate willperform traffic control within work sites operate assigned equipment and perform other general labor duties.
Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:
- Works with the public in a courteous and professional manner providing information and answering questions.
- In accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as adopted by the State of Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and County Standards & Policies fabricates standard street signs installs and maintains signs sign components traffic control signs road markings streetlights school flashers and crosswalk flashers using a variety of equipment.
- Drives and operates a variety of equipment such as but not limited to:
- 5 yd Dump and Flat Bed
- Propane Torch
- Forklift
- Air Compressor/Jackhammer
- Reader Board truck & trailer
- Chainsaw
- Paint Gun on Striper Truck
- Pressure Washer
- GPS data collectors and similar devices
- Utility Locate Detection Device
- Computer & associated sign making equipment & software
- Computer inventory systems
- Airless Sprayer
- Paint Grinder
- Uses desktop computers portable computers Geospatial Positions Systems (GPS) other devices and equipment for asset tracking maintenance management and inventory.
- Reports outages for traffic signals and street lighting per maintenance contracts. Provides technical support and assistance to Traffic Engineering through tasks such as traffic counts pedestrian counts material collection speed studies sight distance studies or similar activities.
- Maintains and organizes supplies needed for sign maintenance in work truck.
To view the full job classification click here: Assistant Maintenance Technician
Essential Personnel:This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during nonbusiness hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs.
WHO WE ARE:
Our Core Values:
- Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
- Customer Service We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
- Innovation We strive to continuously improve processes performance and results.
- Safety We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
- Teamwork We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision The premier public works organization accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
- WorkLife Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
- PlanFor Your Future: As a member of our team you will enjoy great employee benefits including a retirement plan pretax savings accounts as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visitThurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
- Paid Leave: Fulltime regular employees earn paid vacationin addition to paidholidays.
- Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career learn new skill sets and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
- Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
- Deferred Compensation:The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA:Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for outofpocket health care and daycare expenses with pretax dollars.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows fulltime public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans to get their student loans repaid.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Why youll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of yearround outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at.
Message to potential applicants: We understandthat some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Two years experience in road maintenance construction traffic control and/or heavy equipment operation.
- Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six 6 months of employment.
- Must hold a valid First Aid Card or obtain within three 3 months of employment.
- Current Washington State Drivers License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
- A valid Washington State Class A Commercial Drivers License with air brake. A special endorsement for tanker must be obtained within six months of hire date.
- Work toward obtaining International Municipal Signal Association Certification Level 1 Signs and Marking within probationary period. Ability to use computers equipment and related software programs is required.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Knowledge of procedures and practices related to work zone traffic control.
- Basic knowledge of traffic control devices and road systems.
- Experience installing and maintaining street lighting school beacons and crosswalk beacons.
- Experience installing and maintaining traffic signs.
- Experience installing permanent traffic markings such as stop bars turn arrows and parking lot markings.
OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment Please contact Ryan Ashley Traffic Operations Supervisoror
This position:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for benefits
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Thurston County Fit for Work policy and will be subject to preemployment random reasonable suspicion postaccident drug and alcohol testing and all other requirements of the Federal regulations and policy.
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Copy of CDL license (front and back)
- Supplemental Questionnaire
Learn more about Thurston County at:Thurston County
Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at. Those who are deaf deafblind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 711 (orto connect with Washington Relay.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
