ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT - TRAFFIC SIGN & MARKINGS WORKER

Traffic Sign & Markings Worker

The Traffic Sign & Markings Worker is responsible for assisting in the installation and removal of signs related to construction projects under the direction of the Road & Bridge Department. Works in strict adherence to guidelines and under close and frequent supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Acceptable Experience and Education : High school diploma or equivalent; and six (6) months general services work or trades helper experience; Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience. Certificates and Licenses Required : Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

Typical Duties

Assists in setting up, and repairing prefabricated traffic control, street name and information signs following applicable state and local regulations, and established department procedures; Installs and removes signs for traffic control at construction projects being performed by the Road & Bridge Dept.; installs and replaces required County Street and traffic control signs. Fabricates traffic control signs and street name signs; Keeps inventory of materials for traffic control signs and street name sign fabrication. Assembles sign faces and fixtures; Cuts and trims metal pipe and angle iron for signposts, hangers, and frames; Paints angle iron and metal pipe; As directed makes work site measurements and locate postholes within specified distance tolerances; Assists in notifying property owners that trees or bushes obstruct vehicular traffic views of legally required signage; Digs postholes in ground or drill them in cement with jackhammer, and inserts and secures posts in cement bases; Mounts signs on posts with strapping, and hang signs from overhead arms by climbing ladder or riding boom lift as necessary; Straightens bent signs, patch concrete post bases, reattaches fallen signs, replaces missing signs and broken strapping, or fixes similar damage; Picks up and disposes of dead animals along county roads and properties. Assists co-workers with various related tasks. Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations; Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts. Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. May work weekends, holidays, and 24 / 7 standby. Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment. As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and / or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : fabricating and installing traffic control and street signs. Skill / Ability to : learn design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of street and traffic control signs; traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation; operate light to heavy trucks; work in extreme temperatures in an outdoor work environment; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and superiors; Pass a Criminal Background Investigation; Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance : Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance; Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment; Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner; Maintain strict confidentiality; Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and, Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence Organizational Relationships Reports to : Maintenance Foreman Directs : This is a non-supervisory position Other : Has frequent contact with the general public and other county employees

Benefits

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package consisting of the following : HOLIDAYS 16 holidays per year as recognized. VACATION Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees. 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service) 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service) 20 days (15 years of service or over) SICK LEAVE Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year. MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES Military Leave 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service Bereavement Leave 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends. MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS Plan Costs Biweekly Rates Medical Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) No Discounts EE Only $5.34 EE & Spouse $145.30 EE & Children $101.93 EE & Family $238.07 2% Tobacco-Free Discount EE Only - $5.24 EE & Spouse - $142.39 EE & Children - $99.89 EE & Family - $233.31 4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $5.14 EE & Spouse - $139.49 EE & Children - $97.85 EE & Family - $228.55 6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $5.04 EE & Spouse - $136.58 EE & Children - $95.81 EE & Family - $223.79 Core Plan No Discounts EE Only - $35.70 EE & Spouse - $226.41 EE & Children - $174.96 EE & Family - $358.61 2% Tobacco-Free Discount EE Only - $34.98 EE & Spouse - $221.88 EE & Children - $171.46 EE & Family - $351.44 4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $34.26 EE & Spouse - $217.35 EE & Children -$167.96 EE & Family - $344.27 6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $33.56 EE & Spouse - $212.83 EE & Children - $164.46 EE & Family - $337.09 RETIREMENT Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements. DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. LIFE INSURANCE Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days. SHORT-TERM DISABILITY The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage. EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP) Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses. EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.