Road Marker III (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)

Road Marker III

Competition Number: 26/99

Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)

Posted Date: May 7 2026

Closing Date: May:30 PM PST

Department: Engineering & Public Works
Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week) Temporary up to 11 months

Salary: $42.13per hour Pay Grade 10

Job Code: 554

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

POSITION FUNCTION

Coordinate and participate in the installation maintenance and removal of road markings and sign and posts and removal of graffiti.

KEY DUTIES

Coordinate assign review and participate in the work of approximately three staff; ensure schedules procedures and established performance and safety standards are met; provide employee training and input to employee performance appraisal.

Perform any combination of tasks pertinent to the installation maintenance and removal of road features such as painted road and curb markings and symbols signs signposts pavement markers and bollards; excavate and mix and place concrete for installation of signposts; clean and prepare surfaces for paint application; mark out layout prior to installation; place and collect cones and signs in work area; set up traffic control as required.

Read and interpret engineering drawings sketches plans and utility information sheets; make recommendations regarding on-site changes to engineering designs; attend pre-construction and site meetings with engineers and contractors; provide input to job cost estimates;

Determine and order materials staff resources and equipment required daily; purchase materials and reconcile purchase card statements; review job matters and schedules with outside agencies contractors and City departments; respond to enquiries and complaints from the public as required; complete a variety of records and reports such as safety and regulatory documentation work orders maintenance and installation records inspection reports equipment requisitions and time sheets; notify pertinent agencies utilities business and residences as required.

Operate a vehicle and trailer for transport of equipment staff and materials; replace overhead signs by use of aerial lift truck as assigned; operate various power equipment such as a thermoplastic pre-melter airless spray or pneumatic paint machine line grinder infrared heater manual line painter post straightener and applicator kettle; perform routine maintenance and cleaning of paint machines spray guns and other equipment; load and unload equipment manually or using a forklift.

Remove or paint over graffiti from City property.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned on a project basis and reviewed while in progress.

Issues such as changes to project design and scheduling are referred to supervisor and technicians with recommendations

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (often)

Shovel wire brush scrape sweep. (often)

Mental Effort:

Deal with complaints and negative comments. (occasional)

Short periods of intense concentration while operating various power equipment. (occasional)

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)

Work in close proximity to moving equipment and traffic. (frequent)

Work from heights. (often)

Exposure to equipment noise. (often)

Work irregular hours. (premium item)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Supervise a small staff.

Organize and prioritize the work of a crew.

Understand and apply the methods and principles of sign and road marking installation and maintenance.

Read and interpret engineering plans utility information sheets and grade sheets.

Operate various hand and power tools and painting equipment.

Operate aerial lift truck.

Operate paint application vehicles.

Maintain accurate records.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.

Work and operate equipment safely.

Understand and follow all safe work procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education Training and Occupational Certification:

Highschool graduation

Completion of Certification in Road Marking Application. (24 hours)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers Licence

Experience:

3 years of sign and road marking installation and maintenance experience including supervisory

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity diversity inclusion and accessibility into our programs policies spaces and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous racialized immigrants persons with disabilities 2SLGBTQIA or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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