Traffic Operations Technician

Traffic Operations TechnicianJoin the City of Avondale's Engineering team as a Traffic Operations Technician and help keep our streets safe, efficient, and well-maintained for residents and visitors. In this role, you will inspect, install, repair, and maintain roadway markings and traffic signs; prepare materials and inventory for upcoming projects; and manage work orders from receipt through completion. You will also respond promptly to damaged-sign and pavement-marking reports and support Traffic Signal and Streetlight crews with traffic control when needed.Essential FunctionsRemoves, installs, and maintains City signs, sign posts, and other traffic control devices as needed. Removes damaged or old signs and signposts. Operates equipment associated with this work such as post drivers, post pullers, and various hand tools.Lays out stripes, painting, and maintains lane lines, center lines, crosswalks, turn arrows, stop bars, railroad crossings, parking stalls, curbs, and other pavement markings. Operates by using the following equipment: thermoplastic applicators, torches, and various power tools.Reviews signs and striping plans. Makes corrections and modifications to uphold City and Federal Highway standard details. Reviews submittals and resubmits with corrections.Receives items, stocks, and inventories all signing and striping materials. Keeps records of inventory through Word documents. Updates inventory through EAM Work Order Program.Adds, withdraws, and updates signs and striping assets. Syncs proper assets with its GIS mapping position.Other duties as assigned.To view the full job description and learn more about the responsibilities and qualifications, please view the Class Specification here.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent required.One (1) year of experience with striping and sign installation is required.Work Zone Traffic Control certification from the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) or American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA), or the ability to obtain within 12 months from the date of hire.BenefitsThe City of Avondale offers a comprehensive benefits package with outstanding health and wellness benefits, financial perks, work-life balance, and more. Explore our Benefits Guide for full details! For additional information, visit our website.