What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Sign Specialist position at City Of Charleston?
Summary: The purpose of this class within the organization is to assist in the installation, repair and/or maintain street/roadway signs, pavement markings, striping, curb painting, handicapped parking and/or loading zones.
This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.
Work Hours: This position will be expected to work a designated schedule established by the Department Head. Typical work hours may generally be 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is also expected this position will work other and /or additional hours including nights, weekends, special events and /or holidays as necessary or requested to accomplish departmental goals.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties: include the following. Other and /or additional duties may be assigned. All assigned duties should be performed in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
Strives to be efficient and effective at balancing and meeting the common needs and reasonable expectations of core constituents.
Contributes towards the department's mission by continuously striving to meet expectations, strategic goals and objectives.
Assist with installs, repairs and maintains street and roadway signage.
Stripes streets and roadways.
Paints curbs, loading zones and parking lots.
Installs pre-marks for crosswalks, arrows, stop bars, and yield bars.
Assists with taking of inventory of supplies and materials; Unloads trucks and checks in freight.
Installs lane dividers
Education / Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Requires one year in traffic control, signage, or closely related experience.
Certifications / Licenses: Must Possess and maintain a valid State of West Virginia Drivers' License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In order to provide efficient and effective services, the City seeks team members who possess the following core competencies that are aligned with the City's vision: Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions; Adaptability - responds positively to change; Communications - listens, speaks and/or writes in a clear, concise and respectful manner; Initiative - takes proactive action to complete work or resolve issues; Judgment & Decision Making - evaluates issues and makes sound factual decisions; Customer Service - provides courteous, accessible and quality assistance to internal and external customers; Professional Development - seeks opportunities to enhance technical skills and job knowledge; Teamwork and Cooperation - collaborates with other team members to fulfill the City's vision and achieve departmental goals and strategic objectives.
EEO: The City of Charleston provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all current employees and new applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Salary : $16 - $18
