Maintenance Technician I - Sign Shop

Those who are interested must be able to maneuver a small trailer towed behind a truck. Experience operating a thermal plastic machine and igniting thermal heating units is required, and the responsibilities also include working with the long line striping crew and signing installation crew. The Sign Shop must be able to work during adverse weather conditions (hot/cold/rain/snow), and will be on call for emergency barricade duties and special events on a rotating schedule. The position is required to work during snow events. Class B CDL is required within twelve (12) months of hire. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2-3 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Roanoke, Virginia, is a unique locality with amenities that you would expect from a dynamic urban center without losing the charm of a small town. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains with hiking and mountain bike trails, rivers, lakes, and snow skiing nearby. The City of Roanoke is one of the areas largest employers, offering competitive health and dental benefits, life insurance, and retirement pension plans. Employees may also choose to participate in optional benefits, including a deferred compensation plan and flexible spending account through payroll deduction. The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer. To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community. This is a non-exempt position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Discuss job requirements and receive detailed instructions from the supervisor Inspects sign and marking installations in progress to ensure conformance with current MUTCD standards Requisitions of necessary equipment and materials in daily operation Maintains accurate shop daily operation log sheets and checklists using the VueWorks system Sets up work zones as needed to ensure according to the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual Installs and repairs traffic signs and pavement markings throughout the City Assists crew with laying down hot applied thermoplastic Installs, repairs, and maintains street painting such as double yellow and skips Assists the sign fabricator with making signs Sets up work zones as needed according to the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual Assists the shop supervisor during emergency events and works with police, fire/EMS, and other governmental functions Participates in the City of Roanoke snow removal operations. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sign Shop -A High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required, and technical training in electrical and electronics is preferred. - Ability to understand electrical circuits and have basic electrical knowledge. Prior Traffic Signal Operation knowledge is preferred but not required. -A valid drivers license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. -Must have a CDL Class B or obtain within six months of employment. -Must possess or obtain IMSA Traffic Signal Level I certification within two years of employment. -Ability to perform repairs, installation, etc., from bucket truck at heights of up to 40 ft. is required -The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. -Ability to meet consistent attendance. -Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face and work as a team -Skill to use a personal computer and various software packages EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years related experience and/or training in the trades area assigned; or equivalent combination of education and experience.