Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named “The #1 Best Place to Live in America.” Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why we exist.
OUR CORE VALUES City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high-performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION Under general supervision of the Traffic Signs-Markings Supervisor, the Signs and Markings Technician position maintains traffic control devices on City streets and right of ways. Employees in this classification perform semi-skilled and skilled level work. This position is responsible for the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of city traffic signs and markings in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) , deploys Speed Monitoring Radar system, traffic counters and Changeable Message Boards (CMS) as needed. Performs related work as required.
Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
- Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
- Contribute to a positive work culture.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
- Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
- Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Installs, repairs, and maintains traffic control signage in accordance with the TMUTCD.
- Assists with fabrication of traffic control signs.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains raised and non-raised pavement markings.
- Assists with the inventorying of materials and equipment.
- Assists with programming and the placing of changeable message boards (CMS) for special events or emergencies, as needed.
- Assists with the placing of traffic counters and performing traffic studies (i.e. turning movement counts), as needed.
- Inspects traffic control signage, pavement markings, and permanent barricades.
- Completes work orders summarizing daily work tasks.
- Trims trees that obstruct traffic control signage.
- Assists with the gathering of Traffic sign data for city asset management program.
- Reads and interprets plans, schematics, product safety data sheets, and the TMUTCD.
- Drives to various locations in the course and scope of daily job duties.
- Uses computers to complete work orders and conduct TMUTCD research; prepares and responds to email.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: - Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS - Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
- Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws and ordinances pertaining to traffic signs and markings.
- Skill to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
- Skills to use computers and related equipment, hardware and software applicable to the assigned areas, with the ability to operate a computer to monitor and input instructions to traffic data collection equipment.
- Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in both written and oral manner.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the below specified education and experience requirements. High school diploma or GED required. Texas Class C Driver's License required. Level I Associates Signs and Markings Specialist Certification, International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) required OR obtained within one (1) year from the start of employment. Work Zone Safety Certification (FHWA approved) OR obtained within one (1) year from the start of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - One (1) year experience in the Traffic Operation field.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Must live within 45 minutes of McKinney city limits.
- Work special events, on-call, and overtime as required.
Physical Demands/Supplemental
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination. May be required to pull, push or drag up to 100 pounds of maintenance tools and equipment with assistance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Tasks may require exposure to environmental conditions such as changing weather, extreme heat or cold, traffic hazards, strong odors and/or smoke.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The City offers a full complement of benefits:
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA)
- Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- City-paid and VoluntaryLifeInsurance
- City-paid and VoluntaryLong Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Additional Benefits - Legal Services through Legal Shield
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
- Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)
Retirement - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mandatory 7% employee contribution
- City match 2:1
- 5 year vesting
- Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tieredincreases after 2 yrs)
- Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family)
- Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foser care)
- Ten Paid Holidays
- Personal Day
- Optional compensatory time for hourly employees
- Compensatory time for salaried employees
For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's summary of benefits .
Closing Date/Time: 5/16/2024 5:00 PM Central
