Harris County
What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2
Under general supervision, performing lead level, highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control signs. Responsible for installing, removing, replacing, relocating, and repairing all traffic control signs in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Roadway and Traffic Design standards, and Precinct 2 policies and standards. Work involves operation of a variety of complex equipment used in roadway pavement markings, and the fabrication of roadway signs, and overall general sign maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Installs, inspects, removes, replaces, relocates, and repairs all traffic control signs and pavement markings in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Roadway and Traffic Design standards, and departmental policies and standards.
Reviews signs and pavement marking conditions, including fading, damage, height, distance, rigidity, obstacles, safety issues, and nighttime reflectivity inspections, in accordance with current state and federal standards and practices; corrects deficiencies.
Prepares, completes, and maintains assigned tasks and work logs; ensures documentation includes location of signs, sign types, vertical and horizontal measurements of signs, times, dates, retro reflectivity readings of signs, sign inspections, and pavement markings, and work completed.
Participates in inventory of signs and markings, and assists with traffic data collection on county roads. Assists in maintaining, loading and off‑loading supply of all signs, markings, equipment and materials needed. Maintains sign and material inventories on assigned vehicle.
Performs pre‑trip vehicle, and equipment inspections and safety checks prior to use; and cleans vehicle and equipment after use and as needed. Utilizes a variety of tools and equipment common to road striping and sign maintenance.
Performs construction duties including setting up road signs, barricades, flagging and directing traffic, and utilizing hand tools.
Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274‑5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Licensure
Valid Texas Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be proficient in multi‑tasking to meet deadlines provided.
Ability to document activities both written and electronic, utilize work order management system, and asset management system.
Ability to work in a professional manner with all levels of management, staff, and public.
Knowledgeable of principles, methods, practices, materials, equipment and tools used in road maintenance operations.
Knowledgeable of Harris County specifications and drawings.
NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Education
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (preferred)
Experience
Three (3) years of road maintenance experience (preferred)
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
Full‑time | Regular
40 hours a week | Day or Night Shift | Nights and weekends as needed
Location
8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX
Reporting Relationships
Reports To Position: Sign Shop Supervisor
Supervises Positions: Sign Operator II
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials. Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).
Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending. Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Installs, inspects, removes, replaces, relocates, and repairs all traffic control signs and pavement markings in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Roadway and Traffic Design standards, and departmental policies and standards.
Reviews signs and pavement marking conditions, including fading, damage, height, distance, rigidity, obstacles, safety issues, and nighttime reflectivity inspections, in accordance with current state and federal standards and practices; corrects deficiencies.
Prepares, completes, and maintains assigned tasks and work logs; ensures documentation includes location of signs, sign types, vertical and horizontal measurements of signs, times, dates, retro reflectivity readings of signs, sign inspections, and pavement markings, and work completed.
Participates in inventory of signs and markings, and assists with traffic data collection on county roads. Assists in maintaining, loading and off‑loading supply of all signs, markings, equipment and materials needed. Maintains sign and material inventories on assigned vehicle.
Performs pre‑trip vehicle, and equipment inspections and safety checks prior to use; and cleans vehicle and equipment after use and as needed. Utilizes a variety of tools and equipment common to road striping and sign maintenance.
Performs construction duties including setting up road signs, barricades, flagging and directing traffic, and utilizing hand tools.
Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274‑5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Licensure
Valid Texas Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be proficient in multi‑tasking to meet deadlines provided.
Ability to document activities both written and electronic, utilize work order management system, and asset management system.
Ability to work in a professional manner with all levels of management, staff, and public.
Knowledgeable of principles, methods, practices, materials, equipment and tools used in road maintenance operations.
Knowledgeable of Harris County specifications and drawings.
NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Education
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (preferred)
Experience
Three (3) years of road maintenance experience (preferred)
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
Full‑time | Regular
40 hours a week | Day or Night Shift | Nights and weekends as needed
Location
8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX
Reporting Relationships
Reports To Position: Sign Shop Supervisor
Supervises Positions: Sign Operator II
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials. Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).
Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending. Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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