Traffic Signs and Marking Technician I-III

Job Location: 15740 E 32nd Ave Aurora, Colorado 80011-1518It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Are you hands-on, safety-driven, and looking to build a rewarding career supporting vital community infrastructure? The City of Aurora's Public Works team is seeking a Traffic Signs & Markings Technician to play a key role in keeping our roadways clear, safe, and efficient. In this position, you'll apply your manual labor skills and operational know-how to install, inspect, and maintain essential traffic control signs, pavement markings, and work zone safety setups across the city. Whether you're operating specialized maintenance equipment, laying thermoplastic markings, or fabricating traffic control signs, your daily work will directly impact the safety of drivers, pedestrians, and fellow crew members. If you take pride in hard work, value a strong safety-first culture, and thrive in an outdoor team environment where no two days are the same, we'd love to have you on our team!

Position overview: The Traffic Signs & Markings Technician performs skilled manual and technical maintenance and/or operational activities for the Traffic Signs & Markings workgroup.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Operates traffic maintenance equipment for the installation of traffic control signs and pavement markings. Inspects traffic signs to assure compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Responsible for traffic control through work zones. Assists with work planning by scheduling, organizing and securing materials and equipment. Maintains various records such as equipment, time, supplies, and parts inventory. Assists in training other employees in routine maintenance tasks. May use personal computer to fabricate traffic control signs. May act as lead worker. Performs additional duties as required. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions: An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: This is an entry level position. Knowledge: Knowledge of methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in performing traffic signs and marking maintenance functions are desired Applicable safety practices and procedures

Skills: Use of tools, specialized equipment, methods, and safety practices common to assigned maintenance function. Abilities: Ability to operate paint gun controls on paint trucks. Ability to operate platform truck including proper use of safety harness. Ability to weed and apply sign faces on aluminum blanks. Ability to operate all thermoplastic equipment. Ability and knowledge to follow loading procedure for paint truck. Perform manual labor for extended periods of time, outside and in all weather conditions. Understand oral and written instructions. Operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees. Train and instruct other employees. Keep and maintain accurate records. Organize and schedule tools, materials, and equipment to accomplish tasks. Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change. Strong commitment to safety. Licenses and Certifications Required:

Colorado Driver's License: Must obtain Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of employment. Must obtain ATSSA safety certificate within six (6) months of employment in the position. IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Certification. RTD On-Track Safety Training Certification.

Working Conditions: Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands: Heavy physical work requiring the ability to lift 100 pounds with or without assistance. Frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Considerable walking and standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing (including work from an aerial lift to 40 feet high).Frequent pushing, pulling, and bending. Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of mowing and other motorized equipment. Some speech communication to give information. Clear vision to read operating manuals and instruction. Hearing/listening for receiving and interpreting information and warning signals.