Skilled Laborer (Traffic)

Job Summary

The employee is responsible for the safe and proper operation of traffic equipment and signals. Responsible for programming the following controllers: Kentron 8000 and Eagle

9000 NAZTEC. Employee is responsible for installation of streets signs throughout the city. Reports to locations where streets signs are needed and prepares materials to assemble street signs and stop signs. Reports when traffic lights are placed back in service. Will assist with stripping program painting street curbs crosswalks slow bars parking lots and center lanes.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates bucket truck to ensure proper operation to traffic light system/ school zone lights and timer programming.
• Reviews new subdivision for proper placement of signage and pavement markers.
• Responsible for maintenance making installing and replacement of all traffic signs.
• Responsible for obtaining quotes and ordering supplies needed for traffic signs and striping projects.
• Stripes school crossing and streets within the city- repairs and maintains the striping machines.
• Responsible for directing traffic due to road closures for in-house improvements and placing proper signage to preserve public traffic routes.
• Operates bucket truck when assistance is needed for trimming of trees when branches are at high reach.
• Operates department equipment and vehicle such as a riding mower lawn mower and hand tools in the completion of a wide range of manual labor projects such as brush cutting patching potholes grass mowing trimming trees construction and installation of fences digging holes etc.

• Uses a variety of hand tools such as shovels weed eaters and chainsaws to dig trenches cut grass clean sidewalks cleans and removes debris from City rights-of-way and alleyways and performs public works related tasks around trees wires cars and personal property and fellow workers.

• Driving in adverse weather troublesome road conditions may be required.

• May assist the Parks & Recreation Department with the maintenance of City parks and Cemetery which include trimming of trees and grass mowing and assist with the setup for special events.

• Maintain regular and prompt attendance physically present to work.
• Performs other similar or related duties as assigned.
• Employee will be on-call therefore may be required to work beyond normal business hours at night and/or on weekends.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• One (1) to three (3) years of related work experience to perform such job.
• Applicant must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at Citys expense.
• Applicant must have current valid Class C Drivers License and be insurable.
• Must have high school diploma; or equivalent.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within first three months of hire date.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Safe and effective operation of equipment and related materials
• Read and interpret instructions regarding the safe and efficient use of equipment and related materials.
• Follow directions and to perform work under extreme weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Interact effectively with coworkers.
• Recognize unsafe working conditions to ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken to ensure employee safety.
• Ability to carry out duties in busy public congested areas.
• Proficient motor skills to operate motor vehicles tools and light equipment in an efficient and safe manner.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily. Will include lifting moving and positioning/loading heavy objects (up to 100lbs).
• Work also involves pulling pushing remain stationary or move about the full workday.
• Driving in adverse weather troublesome road conditions may be required.
• Employee must be able to work in the presence of heat cold odors chemicals noise vibration and rain during inclement weather.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned to this position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.