Job description
Position Information
Posting Title
Signs and Markings Technician I or II
Job Requisition Number
COA088392
Position Number
110145
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Signs & Markings
Minimum Qualifications
Signs and Markings Technician I:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a construction or traffic control role.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Must have a Texas Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within five (5) months of employment or approved extension by Department Director or designee.
- Valid Texas Driver License.
Signs and Markings Technician II:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in a construction or traffic control role.
- Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Must have a Texas Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within five (5) months of employment or approved extension by Department Director or designee.
- Valid Texas Driver License.
Notes to Applicants
The Signs and Markings Technician I will perform skilled tasks in the installation and maintenance of Traffic Signs, Roadway Markings and/or Banners. This position will work within a controlled work area or temporary traffic closure and along active lanes of traffic. This position will work in all
types of weather conditions. This position may have to respond to emergencies during weather or emergency events as well as potentially perform call-back assignments on a 24-hour rotation.
Driving Requirement:
Driving Requirement:
This position requires a Valid Texas Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. In addition, must have a Texas Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within five (5) months of employment or approved extension by Department Director or designee. External New Hires must meet the
City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (
DRE
) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.
Salary:
Signs and Markings Technician I: $20.68 – $22.99
Signs and Markings Technician II: $22.10 – 25.11
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Salary:
Signs and Markings Technician I: $20.68 – $22.99
Signs and Markings Technician II: $22.10 – 25.11
View a Video about the Austin Transportation Department by clicking here .
Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!
Applicant:
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Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.
Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.
Video Conferencing Software Technology:
Austin Transportation Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.
Pay Range
See Notes to Applicants section.
Hours
Monday – Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Subject to change dependent on operational needs or expectations to
include nights and/or weekends.
Job Close Date
03/23/2023
Type of Posting
External
Department
Austin Transportation
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Technical
Location
8900 Cameron Road, Austin, TX, 78754
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
- Proven ability to perform technically detailed task in Traffic Sign and Roadway Markings operations with efficient skills in quality control and assurance techniques.
- Experience using Traffic Signs installation and maintenance equipment (such as Design It, Flexi or equivalent cutter plotter software and roller equipment).
- Experience using Roadway Markings installation and maintenance equipment (such as surface grinders, push carts, hot applied materials, airless spray rigs, long-line striping trucks).
- Experience operating aerial tower truck (bucket truck) in traffic while performing banner and overhead sign installation as well as tree or vegetation mitigation practices.
- Experience operating computer devices to complete daily work assignments, track progress, upload files and maintain logs in electronic asset management system.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below.Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Signs and Markings Technician I
Signs and Markings Technician II
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Signs and Markings Technician I
Signs and Markings Technician II
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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