Sign and Marking Specialist, Traffic

Sign and Marking Specialist, Traffic Annual Salary Range: $31,767.06 - $38,120.47 Grade: 18

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Traffic Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to perform technical tasks to install, replace, and maintain all traffic signs and markings for the Traffic Department of the City of Alexandria. Work is performed under the supervision of the Superintendent, Traffic, and positions are subject to 24 hour call out, seven days a week.

The City of Alexandria offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• medical insurance
• dental and vision
• short/long term disability
• group and dependent life insurance
• sick and vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• EAP
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness clinic for employees and their dependents
• Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System
• a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan

• Performs technical tasks to install, replace, and maintain all traffic signs and markings within the City; paints and marks parking lots, curbs, and crosswalks; cuts limbs and shrubs blocking the view of street signs. Assists with the set-up of barricades, detours, and related traffic control at special events; assists in closing streets, maintaining cones and barricades, and performing related tasks to ensure visitors’ safety.
• Ensures signs and closings comply with required guidelines and regulations according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD); works with other city departments and assists DOTD, APD, and Parish officials with traffic control measures.
• Maintains inventory of signs; orders replacement stock as needed; installs traffic counters and tabulates data; prepares work orders for signs; prepares estimates of materials needed. Utilizes tools and equipment to cut and press non-stock signs; hangs banners and flags using a bucket truck. Inspects and maintains vehicles, operates safely, performs routine maintenance tasks, and makes recommendations for major repairs or replacement as needed.

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of experience in street maintenance, with installation of traffic signs, pavement markings, and related duties preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at the time of appointment and maintain it throughout employment.

Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver’s license within one (1) month of hire. Must obtain and maintain IMSA Work Zone Safety certification within six (6) months of hire and Signs and Marking Level I certification within one year of hire.

40 hours per week;
Subject to 24-hour call and weekends.

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