Highway Maintenance Operator - Sign Shop
Highway Maintenance Operator - Sign Shop
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- Hennepin Countys Transportation Operations Traffic division is seeking a Highway Maintenance Operator for our Sign Shop. This position will support yearround traffic related initiatives and maintenance of county road signs pavement markings and guardrail assets as well as support the countys snow and ice control operation.Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Location and hours:
This position is located at the Public Works Facility 1600 Prairie Drive Medina MN 55340. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Thursday 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Candidates must be available to work various shifts which include day evening overnight holiday and weekends. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefitearning employees is inperson in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.This position is internally classified as a Highway Maintenance Operator.
About this position type:
This is a fulltime benefitearning position.
Click here to view the job classification specification.In this position you will:- Work with traffic control for work zones; layout of traffic control signs coning in the work zone and flagging operations following the MN Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) field manual.
- Assist senior sign workers with installation maintenance and manufacturing of striping guardrails and roadway signs.
- Perform and/or assist in installation and maintenance of various pavement markings and roadway safety enhancements.
- Complete sight distance reviews and clear sight lines for signs intersections and driveways.
- Support the countys asset management efforts through data collecting logging and documenting (including night sign inspection).
- Perform snow and ice control with county snowplow equipment.
Need to have:- A Valid Class B drivers license with airbrake endorsement. A Valid Class A drivers license with fifth wheel hitch qualification airbrake and tanker endorsements must be obtained within one year of employment.
- One or more years of experience with one of the following:
- Road construction and/or road maintenance.
- Operation of a commercial motor vehicle over 26000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW).
- Operation and maintenance offarm equipment.
- Building and heavy construction industry.
- Ability to:
- Lift up to 70 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation and perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions.
- A valid drivers license and ability to obtain aHennepin County drivers permit.
Nice to have:- Training courses pertaining to signs pavement markings or guardrail.
- Experience:
- Working for a government public works agency.
- Working with installation and maintenance of signs pavement markings and guardrails.
- Work as part of a team or work group.
- Using Microsoft applications such as Teams Excel and Outlook along with other software such as Asset Management Sign CAD and/or Flexi.
- Maintaining municipal streets commercial parking lots roadways and/or private residents with snow plowing equipment.
- Operating construction related equipment in a work setting for at least six months.
- Knowledge of:
- Safe operation of equipment used in roadway maintenance.
- Safe and proper use of various hand and power tools.
- Ability to:
- Follow verbal and written directions.
- Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions.
- Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment in the field.
- Interact effectively and tactfully with the public supervisors and peers.
The Traffic Division is responsible for the maintenance and operation of all county road Signs Signals Pavement Markings and Guardrail. The Division consist of approximately 30 staff that form three teams; the Sign Shop the Signal Shop and the Traffic Management Center to operate and maintain the following county assets:- 55000 Traffic Signs
- LF of Pavement Markings
- 10000 Pavement Messages
- 100000 LF of Guardrail
- 800 Traffic Signals
About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe highquality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities eliminate inequities and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy all people are valued and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community competitive pay worklife balance a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow.Learn more atThe Bridge(login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparitiesis fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or criminal background check.Fahad Mansoor
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Employment Type
Full-Time
