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District Sign Tech II: Performs skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a
district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and
equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision
of details.

District Sign Tech III:  Performs highly skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

District Sign Tech II:

• Orders signs from the regional sign shop.
• Conducts nighttime luminaire inspections to ensure reflectivity of signs, delineators, stripping, and retroreflective
  pavement markers (RPMs).
• Inspects roadways to identify sign and delineator deficiencies and recommend repairs.

• Maintains expense records and inventory of materials, supplies and equipment.

• Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
• Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs.
• Performs and maintains inventory of signs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on sign truck.
• Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations and delineators in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
  Devices (MUTCD) and other departmental guidance.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

District Sign Tech III - all of the above and:

• May assist in scheduling and assigning work.
• May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
• Trains other technicians on sign installation and safety procedures.
• Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency
  situations/conditions.
• Maintains expense records and inventory of materials, supplies and equipment.
• Measures and calculates amount of materials needed.
• Orders supplies and materials from district shop.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 

District Sign Tech II: 1 year sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience

District Sign Tech III: 2 years in sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. 

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license at time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL , within 120 calendar days from date of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commercial Driver's License at time of application

    
Competencies:

District Sign Tech II:

Considerable knowledge of

• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Traffic Control Standard Sheets
• Inventory/stock control procedures

• The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices

Proficient skill in

• Using basic mathematical fundamentals
• Installing and repairing signs
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Some skill in

• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates and expenses

Ability to

• Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights

District Sign Tech III - All of the above and:

Extensive knowledge of

• * The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• The Sign Crew Field Book 
• The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices
• Traffic Control Standard Sheets 
• Standard Highway Sign Designs for Texas 

Expert skill in

• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Proficient skill in

• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Some skill in

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

- Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
- Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
- Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
- Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
- Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
- Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
- Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
- Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
- Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
- Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment 

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.