Lead Traffic Sign And Marking Mechanic

Pay Schedule II, Grade H21, Regular

Schedule:

40 hours per week

Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Transportation.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, leads, and participates in traffic sign installation and road marking and in the operation of a mobile center-line road painting unit.

• Leads, operates, and participates in the operation of a mobile center-line road marking paint unit to apply traffic control markings on roadways and intersections.
• Performs preventive maintenance on center-line paint units and associated equipment.
• Leads traffic sign and road marking mechanics.
• Participates in the operations of a traffic sign crew.
• Completes all types of traffic sign installations, repairs, and maintenance from work orders and location sketches.
• Makes field decisions concerning traffic sign locations.
• Meets and confers with utility company representatives for obtaining underground clearances.
• Operates and maintains a sign truck and associated equipment.
• Leads and instructs other mechanics and associates.
• Leads and participates in the layout and installation of crosswalks, stop bars, railroad crossings, and other road markings.
• Makes field decisions relative to road marking and sign installation placements.
• Maintains records of crew activities and prepares reports.
• May participate in a 24-hour emergency response crew.

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NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this classification. They may not include all of the duties of each position in this classification. Each position in this classification may not be required to perform all of the duties listed.)

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent

Four years' experience in traffic sign installation and road marking of which at least 2 years include the operation of a mobile center-line painting unit.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of sign installation and road marking. Knowledge of the operation of a mobile center-line painting unit. Knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Skill in the installation of traffic signs. Skill in the layout and installation of road markings. Skill in the operation of a mobile center-line painting unit.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to interpret sketches and drawings. Ability to keep records and make factual reports. Ability to lead others in traffic sign and road marking operations. Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of the boundaries of Baltimore County maintained roadways.
Skill in the leadership of a traffic sign and road marking crew. Skill in the leadership of a center-line paint unit operation.

Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of application. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)
Possession of a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations is required at the time of application.
All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment.

Non-Maryland residents must be at least 21 years…