Signs & Markings Technician

Salary: $15.87 - $19.44 Hourly
Location : Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 1302298
Department: Engineering
Division: Traffic Maintenance
Opening Date: 10/26/2023
Closing Date: 4/4/2024 4:00 PM Central
GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $15.87/hr. min - $19.44/hr. mid (Depending on qualifications)
To perform a variety of tasks in the maintenance and installation of traffic signs; to paint pavement markings and striping; to apply preformed plastic pavement markings; to install raised pavement markers; and to maintain records on materials and equipment used.
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SUPERVISION
General supervision is provided by the Signs and Markings Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures
3. Maintain and install regulatory, directional, warning and construction signs; maintain inventory of signs used; complete work orders including work performed and materials and equipment used.
4. Review City ordinance on street signs and markings pertaining to height; ensure street signs adhere to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and guidelines outlined in the ordinance.
5. Paint pavement markings, school crosswalks and striping on City streets; use paint machine; maintain records on all work performed.
6. Remain on call 24 hours per day, seven days a week on a rotating basis.
7. Install and maintain street buttons.
8. Layout and stripe City parking lots.
9. Prune vegetation to prevent view obstructions.
10. Apply preformed thermoplastic pavement markings in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
11. Apply raised pavement markers in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

• One (1) year experience in general labor operating motorized equipment.
  
• Prefer experience in operating motorized equipment similar to that used in traffic operations (Signs & Markings) which includes working in heavy traffic conditions.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Department/Division works a 9/80 work schedule.
• Monday - Thursday; 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with alternating Fridays off.
• Occasional overtime as needed.
• On-call duties for one week per month including the weekends.
• Additional time as needed to fulfill job requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.
Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Employees:
The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.
The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.
The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.
Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.
Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit:
01
Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have COMPLETED.

• Some high school or GED equivalency
• High school graduate or GED certificate equivalency completion
• Some technical or community college attendance
• Technical school certificate completion
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02
Indicate the amount of verifiable experience in general labor operating motorized equipment.Please note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work section of this application to be considered for the position.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• More than 5 years experience

03
Indicate the level of experience in operating motorized equipment similar to that used in traffic operations (Signs & Markings) which includes working in heavy traffic conditions.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• More than 3 years experience

04
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05
Please read carefully: If you currently work for the City of Mesquite have you been working in your current position for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite.
• Yes, I work for the City of Mesquite as a seasonal employee.
• Yes, I work for the City of Mesquite as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 or more months.
• Yes, I work for the City of Mesquite as a fulltime/parttime employee, but I have NOT been in my current position for 3 months.

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