Traffic Sign/Marking Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:

• Operates pavement marking equipment such as small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machine, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators to apply traffic control markings on roadways in accordance with work orders, blueprints, the MUTCD and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) manuals.
• Loads, maintains, and repairs road marking equipment such as small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machines, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Operates equipment such as squeeze and roller sheet applicators, electric/hydraulic die cutters, computerized graphic printer/plotter, and hot ovens to fabricate traffic control signs and street markers.
• Uses the interstate machining and pressure sensitive application with the MUTCD and FDOT standards by selecting sign blanks, using a computerized graphic printer/plotter to produce sign details, using a ruler/tape measure to layout sign details on sign blanks, and applying sign detail to blank.
• Interprets work orders and associated blueprints, draws sketches, and calculates measurements to determine materials needed.
• Selects traffic control signs, determines appropriate sign locations, and installs signs on roadway easements.
• Sets up barricades for road closures in accordance with FDOT standards.
• Listens to and forwards citizen’s complaints, compiles reports, and attends meetings to receive and disseminate information.
• Drives pickup truck to and from work sites, loads and unloads supplies and equipment, and performs minor safety and operational checks.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of the MUTCD and FDOT Traffic Standards applicable to the application of roadway markings, sign fabrication, sign installation, or road closures.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of roadway marking, sign fabrication, or sign installation equipment.
• Knowledge of the preparation and application of materials used to mark roadways and fabricate signs.
• Knowledge of high school level mathematics.
• Knowledge of basic drafting symbols and terminology.
• Skill in operating and performing minor repairs on small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machine, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators.
• Skill in using sign fabrication tools and equipment such as squeeze roller sheet applicators, electric/hydraulic die cutter, interstate applicator, hot oven, and computerized graphic printer/plotter.
• Skill in using sign installation tools and equipment such as wrenches, posthole diggers, core drilling machine, and signpost extractors, electric saws, and jackhammers.
• Skill in identifying discrepancies between blueprint or work order dimensions and actual road dimensions.
• Ability to apply paint and markings correctly.
• Ability to read and understand aspects of blueprints, survey maps and work orders that describe tasks to be performed.
• Ability to apply pavement markings or to fabricate and install signs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use computer terminals to accurately make sign details.

Physical Requirements

• Work is generally outdoors and may occur during moderately adverse conditions to include weather, traffic, dampness, exposure to storm water and wastewater flows and atmospheres.
• Involves physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Lift and carry equipment for periods of short duration but repeatedly over the course of a day (occasionally requires heavy lifting).

Work Category

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate;

OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
• Possession of a valid Driver's License; AND
• IMSA (International Municipal Signal Assoc.) Traffic Sign Level I.

Additional Requirements for Some Positions

• FDOT MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) Intermediate Level Certification