Traffic Signal Assistant (Seasonal)

Signal Assistant

JOB TITLE: Traffic Signal Assistant

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt – Seasonal

DEPARTMENT: Traffic

SUPERVISOR: Traffic Operations Manager

SALARY: $15-$15.50 Per Hour

Performs routine tasks involved in the installation and maintenance of traffic control indicators including traffic signs, pavement markings and traffic signals. Receives direct supervision from the Director of Traffic Operations and on-the-job supervision from the lead technician or supervisor to whom assigned.

• Assist in the installing and maintaining traffic signs. Setup temporary traffic control at work sites for safety of employees and the public.
• Be able to operate all sign installation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provide basic equipment maintenance.
• Assist with fabricating traffic signs.
• Be capable of installing and maintaining pavement markings including lane lines, edge lines, stop bars, words, crosswalks, etc. (With supervision)
• Prepare paint and other equipment for field operations.
• Set up temporary traffic control for pavement marking projects.
• Operate the small paint machine, sprayer, and paint removal equipment.
• Assist in the operation of the paint striper.
• Provide basic maintenance and repairs to all paint equipment.

• Maintain records of repair and repair investigations.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Assist in installing and maintaining traffic signs. Setup temporary traffic control at work sites for the safety of employees and the public.
• Be able to operate all sign installation equipment safely and efficiently. Provide basic equipment maintenance.
• Assist in fabrication of traffic signs.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• With supervision, be capable of installing and maintaining pavement markings including lane lines, edge lines, stop bars, words, crosswalks, etc.
• Prepare paint and other equipment for field operations.
• Operate the small paint machine, sprayer, and paint removal equipment. Assist in the operation of the large paint striper. Provide basic maintenance and repairs to all paint equipment.

Required:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid Driver’s License
• Meet City Insurance (WARM) requirements for operating motor vehicles and equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, and writing. The employee is also required to maintain physical condition necessary for operating assigned equipment, walking, standing, kneeling, repeated bending or sitting for prolonged periods of time and lifting to 50 pounds. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Working Environment:

Travel from site to site; field and shop environment; exposure to high voltage and inclement weather conditions.

I will regularly review, understand, and adhere to the to the City of Cheyenne Employee Handbook and Rules & Regulations. These documents are located on the City of Cheyenne website, under the Human Resources tab, and may be updated annually.