Traffic Control Utility Worker II

• Operate light- to heavy-duty trucks
• Operate and use common hand and power tools
• Install traffic signal heads, traffic signs, and communication equipment at signalized intersections
• Fabricate traffic signs, including sanding aluminum and peeling sheeting
• Install and remove traffic signs
• Install and remove pavement markings
• Perform routine maintenance on paint truck
• Set up work zone traffic control
• Graffiti removal
• Compile daily activity reports including materials used and work accomplished
• Perform daily equipment inspections and minor repairs to equipment

• Perform semi-skilled work in the repair, maintenance, construction, installation, adjustment, replacement, and cleaning of traffic signal devices and communication equipment
• Trench and install conduit
• Pull wire and fiber optic cable
• Locate fiber optic and traffic signal cable
• Pour and finish concrete
• Install, remove, and/or relocate traffic signal pole foundations and pull boxes
• May perform the duties of similar classifications of an equal or lower pay grade

• Frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds
• Frequently standing and walking for prolonged periods of time to perform routine job functions
• Using manual dexterity to manipulate supplies, tools, and equipment
• Using visual acuity (near/distant, color, and depth perception) to read operating manuals, instructions, circuit diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, field or construction drawings, safely operating a vehicle and equipment, identifying hazards, and performing daily functions
• Frequently performing activities requiring a full range of body movements including sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, twisting, and balancing
• Good speech communication, hearing, and listening for effective communication with others
• Ability to handle moderate levels of stress including field traffic situations, interacting with the public, and other unpredictable changes to circumstances in a professional manner

• The Traffic Control Utility Worker II shall possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Basic knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits
• Knowledge of and ability to use common hand and power tools
• Knowledge of mathematical computations and tabulations, sufficient to perform the essential functions, which include basic arithmetic, division, and multiplication
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety policies
• Ability to recognize problems and prioritize required corrective action to protect public life, health, and safety; to prevent damage to public and private property; and to ensure safe and efficient traffic operations
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with management, co-workers, and the general public
• Ability to transmit data via two-way communications units (radio)
• Ability to read a map and follow directions both verbal and written
• Ability to search the internet and use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to learn the various types of sign sheeting and sign manufacturing processes
• Ability to learn the various types of pavement marking materials and installation procedures
• Ability to learn to service electrical and solid-state electronic devices
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to work successfully with and provide good customer service to supervisors, other City employees, the public, and other agencies
• Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle
• Ability to perform all the job duties in a safe manner

• A high school diploma or GED
• At least one (1) year of successful work experience on projects in the public right-of-way which may include electrical installation, repair/maintenance work, construction work, or trade work at an apprentice level or higher
• A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment
• License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
• During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

• American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Traffic Control Technician within one (1) year of appointment

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