Description

Summary: Installs and repairs traffic signs and performs semi-skilled work in the marking of streets by signs, traffic striping, or other means for the direction of traffic. 

Essential Functions: 

• Operate traffic striping machines used in marking traffic lanes and      crosswalks.  Drive truck behind striper to keep traffic off paint;     
• Erect, repair, and maintain traffic control signs, street name signs, and other non-electrical traffic control devices.  May dig holes with post digger for sign poles;                                                
• Paint medians, curbs, parking stalls, and legends; install island markers and turn lane buttons;    
• Install pavement marking tape;                           
• Repair damaged street signs;                                          
• Perform related duties as required. 

Requirements

Qualifications: 

• Operate traffic striping machines used in marking traffic lanes and      crosswalks.  Drive truck behind striper to keep traffic off paint;     
• Erect, repair, and maintain traffic control signs, street name signs, and other non-electrical traffic control devices.  May dig holes with post digger for sign poles;                                                
• Paint medians, curbs, parking stalls, and legends; install island markers and turn lane buttons;    
• Install pavement marking tape;                           
• Repair damaged street signs;                                          
• Perform related duties as required. 

Knowledge and facilities:

Knowledge of:

• The methods, materials, and equipment used in the traffic marking of streets.

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions; perform physical labor.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently walk or stand during the shift.
• Frequently climb ladders, stairs, or inclined surfaces.
• Frequently bend or kneel during a shift.
• Frequently push or pull objects.
• Frequently flex upper trunk to the right or left while standing or sitting.
• Occasionally reach above, at, and below shoulder height.
• Use hands and fingers to grasp tools.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.