What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Technician I - Signs and Markings position at Douglas County?

Salary : $47,936.00 - $71,904.00 Annually

Location : Castle Rock, CO

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : 2025 - 2653

Department : Public Works Engineering

Opening Date : 01 / 22 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Mountain

Description

DEFINITION OF WORK : This position is responsible for maintaining the signs and markings in unincorporated Douglas County.

This is work that involves a combination of skills for preparing, fabricating, installing and maintaining all county road traffic control devices, including traffic signs and roadway markings.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

PRIMARY DUTIES :

Operates equipment including forklifts, pickups, and single axle trucks.
Assists in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of traffic control signs throughout unincorporated Douglas County in accordance with the latest version of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
Assists with the installation of pavement markings throughout unincorporated Douglas County in accordance with the latest version of the MUTCD.
Performs routine maintenance and operation of equipment.
Performs snow removal and sand / de-icing material applications.
Other Duties : Will perform other duties as assigned.

SECONDARY DUTIES :

Signing - Learns and applies the fabrication methods, equipment, and materials to be used, the colors and shapes of the signs, i.e. regulatory, warning and guide signs, and the equipment for installation.

Striping / Markings - Learns and applies the types of materials (paint, epoxy, thermoplastic, methyl-methacrylate) and specifications for application; the road conditions and temperatures to apply materials; the ability to read blueprints / plans. Requires gaining basic knowledge of striping equipment (trucks, hand machines, and striping removal machines) and how to operate and maintain them; how to set up traffic control for work zones for spot work or safely run a striping train of vehicles per federal / state / local standards; and knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Work Zone Traffic Control - Learns and applies barricade classifications and when to use each type. Be able to read and set up work zones per Part VI of the MUTCD.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under close supervision, often as part of a crew, on daily activities under the direction of the Traffic Services Supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : This position does not supervise other employees.

INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT : This position is responsible for maintaining the signs and markings within the public right-of-way, as required by the MUTCD. The training and certifications are required to ensure proper interpretations of traffic engineering recommendations. Improperly operating or placed traffic control devices could result in potential serious safety liability for the county. Citizens rely upon the expertise to ensure their safety and to properly direct them. Without this direction, damage to property, bodily injury or death could occur. Employee awareness and education are vital to the employees' daily responsibilities to ensure citizen, personnel and property safety.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE : A high school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 years of age.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge :

Communication : reading, writing, speaking in the English language.

Basic knowledge of traffic, signs, markings, equipment maintenance, and safety factors is required.

Skills :

Requires general computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook for email communication.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Operation of equipment and systems, including vehicles such as forklifts, pickups, and single axle trucks.

Abilities :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, manuals, operating and maintenance instructions.

Ability to apply common sense understating to carry out instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form.

Ability to apply past knowledge and experience to formulate decisions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. This position has daily contact with county employees, supervisors, the public, other agencies and contractors.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS :

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.

Must possess a State of Colorado Class (B) Commercial Driver License with complying insurance within 6 months after hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Upon possession of a Commercial Driver License, incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Ability to obtain a Colorado Department of Transportation Flaggers Certification Card within six months of employment.

Within 1 ½ years, employee must become familiar with the MUTCD, obtain certification as an ATTSA or IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician and obtain an IMSA Level I Sign & Markings certification.

Supplemental Information

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Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to : Medical / Dental / Vision.

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Douglas County offers a comprehensive benefit package. For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, click on the link below.

Why Douglas County? We offer excellent benefits to our employees!

10 ½ paid holidays each year a floating holiday

9 hours of paid vacation per month

8 hours of paid sick time per month

Medical insurance employees can choose from three plan options : United Healthcare Doctors Plan, United Healthcare HDHP Plan or United Healthcare Choice Plus Plan.

Life insurance 1.5 times employee salary at no cost to employee

Short-term and long-term disability at no cost to employee

Mandatory retirement - defined contribution of 8% - matched at 8%

Annual performance reviews with potential for an increase

Additionally, we offer dental, vision, accident / critical illness insurance, tuition reimbursement, and employee training. Part-time employees receive a pro-rated benefits package.

Salary : $47,936 - $71,904

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