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Salt Lake City Corporation Traffic Maintenance Operator II in Salt Lake City, Utah
Position Title:
Traffic Maintenance Operator II
Job Description:
Operates specialized equipment used in installing and maintaining traffic control signs and markings. Installs, repairs, and maintains various traffic control devices and parking meters. May in a lead capacity, perform general supervision to all seasonal and subordinate employees in the shop and in the field. Provides training, orientation, and general direction to subordinate workers in the use of specialized equipment.
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TYPICAL DUTIES:
Operates light-to-heavy equipment and tools required for various maintenance applications to include roadway striper, lift truck, 10-wheelers, sander, plow, paint sprayer, and other related equipment. Rotates from one piece of equipment to the other based on operational needs.
Responding to work orders on a pre-determined route, operates traffic marking equipment to lay out and mark roadway centerlines, lane lines, traffic islands, crosswalks, curb zones, bicycle lanes and parking zones or other necessary markings according to Divisional policies and as required by the MUTCD.
Assures all marking and signing equipment is maintained according to manufacturer and divisional requirements and standards.
Ensures city parking meters are kept in optimal working condition through preventative maintenance and planned upgrade programs. Maintains accurate records of meter maintenance, inventories, and trouble calls. Coordinates with SLC Courts and Transportation Division to resolve questions about meter operation and maintenance. Test calibrates and programs parking meters according to local and national standards and ordinances.
Compiles reports and maintains a log of project status, inventories and equipment used. Assists in preparation of various summaries or analyses using a specialized computer system and spreadsheets. Operates sign management program to locate, identify, and research signs and make computer entries.
Operates thermoplastic and cold plastic applicators to install and maintain pavement markings and makes necessary repairs and field adjustments to equipment. Tracks Street Division maintenance schedules to ensure that roadway marking activities are not in conflict with street projects. Verbally informs and plots on maps Street Division’s planned maintenance schedules.
Installs and maintains traffic signs in accordance with division policies and procedures and as required by the MUTCD. Replace damaged or missing signs as necessary.
May be required to serve as a back-up sign maker to manufacture and design signs using sign maker computer and make adjustments to sign making equipment.
Performs snow removal duties for an assigned district in accordance with the City's Snow Removal Program. Assists with snow removal by clearing sidewalks, overpasses, stairways and other city-owned areas. Operates snow blowers, hand-operated plows, small-to-medium-sized and 10-wheel snowplows as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate or equivalent and two (2) years paid work experience’ in the field of Traffic Operations which includes highway signing, roadway and commercial painting, and construction barricading. Work experience in construction trades, mechanical, or general maintenance may be substituted for up to one (1) year experience.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B . May be required to possess a CDL Class A. If CDL A is required, candidates with Class B CDL will have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with necessary endorsements within 90 days of start date. May be required to obtain additional endorsements as necessary.
Possession of Flagger Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Working knowledge of barricading and flagging, as well as generally accepted practices, procedures, equipment and materials used in the installation and maintenance of traffic control signs and markings.
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and drawings.
Ability to research and compile daily work records and inventory reports. Ability to do data entry and retrieval from a computer terminal.
Knowledge of safety and accident prevention measures, preventative maintenance required for specific equipment, and the ability to maintain equipment and to make field repairs and adjustments.
Ability to work and relate well with co-workers, supervisors and the general public under varying circumstances.
Basic knowledge of DOT and ADA requirements as they related to signage and signals.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium-heavy (50-75 lbs.) weights. Exposure to heights during the placement of arterial signs, tree trimming or pole painting. Difficult working positions. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods.
Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles, or grease. Exposure to vehicle traffic while working in the public roadway.
Potential occupational hazards due to exposure to heated thermoplastic material, solvents, carcinogens and potentially explosive and flammable propane gas, paint, solvents, plastics, etc.
Intermittent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior and the demands of the position.
Subject to call back and unconventional working hours. Unconventional working hours and will be subject to 24‑hour call as specified in the city snow removal program or emergency operations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time
POSITION SALARY RANGE
$21.01 - $27.67/hr
DEPARTMENT
Public Services
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40
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