Traffic Signs & Markings Aide

Traffic Signs And Marking Aide

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The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Works is looking for a Traffic Signs And Marking Aide. The selected candidate will work in the Traffic Management Operations group.

Duties to include:

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of work zone traffic control devices used for emergency detours and provide traffic control support during large Special Events.
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of highway traffic signs.
• Assist with the fabrication of highway traffic signs using specialized equipment and machines.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of roadway pavement markings using specialized equipment and machines.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of inventory materials/supplies used to fill out daily work assignments.
• Assist in the collection and maintenance of sign inventory data.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as deemed by those duties described or less.
• Individual assignments will be deemed by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

Work Schedule: Monday Thursday or Tuesday Friday; 6:30 am 5 pm, some weekends and nights based on event schedule

Must possess a valid VA or NC driver's license

Successful completion of a pre-employment physical is required

NOTE: This is an Alpha I position and is required to work in excess of their normally scheduled days/hours during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, and snow), and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis until the position has been filled. Once a candidate has been selected, the position will close.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver's license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This position may require that incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned. A valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) may be required. This position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City's business.

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.