Traffic Signs and Markings Mechanic 2 - Traffic Operations

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

G19

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $42,764.80 - 66,643.20
Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Department is currently hiring a Traffic Signs Markings Mechanic II to work in the Traffic Management Operations group.   

Duties:

• Safely operate equipment such as Stake Body, Thermoplastic Truck, Thermoplastic Long Liner Truck, and Crash Truck.

• Complete Pre-Check and Post-Check operations, and minor equipment adjustments to In-House Light Equipment.

• Installation and maintenance of City highway traffic signs.

• Installation and maintenance of roadway pavement markings and roadway pre-marking to prepare the area for painting.

• Installation and maintenance of work zone traffic control devices used for emergency detours and provide traffic control support during large Special Events.

• Fabrication of highway traffic signs using specialized equipment and machines.

• Assist in maintaining inventory of material supplies.

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, as well as to provide clear instructions to subordinates.

• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold

• Ability to complete daily reports and compute material quantities for the job

• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 50 lbs.

• Ensure subordinates comply with applicable safety measures

• Complete daily logs and work orders in a work management database.

• Direct the work of the field crew in the absence of the maintenance supervisor.

• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as deemed by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm

A pre-employment physical is required.

Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License – Class A or B (VA or NC)

CDL Hiring Bonus:

Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment: 

• $1,000 with first paycheck

• $1,000 first pay period following six-month interim eval (with “meets expectation” performance rating)

• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with “meets expectation” performance rating) 

This position is ALPHA 1 and is required to work during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes & snow, etc.).

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: Yes
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: Yes
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High school or GED plus five (5) years’ experience in traffic control or closely related work which utilizes the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and associated with such positions as sign fabricator, sign installation mechanic, or pavement marking mechanic; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid drivers license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This position may require that incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. A valid Commercial drivers license (CDL) may be required. This position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Successful completion of pre-employment physical.

Skills:

Pavement Markings, Sign Installation, Sign Maintenance, Traffic Signs

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.  Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.
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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.