Job Description

Description

Maintenance Transportation Supervisor--Sign Shop
The City of Roanoke is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to supervise and lead the sign shop staff that is responsible for the technical work in the installation, repair and maintenance of signs and pavement markings and other traffic control devices. The successful candidate will supervise and train the sign shop personnel on the route maintenance work and equipment to ensure a safe working environment and to provide a clear marked and signed public right-of-way for all road users; conduct staff job performance reviews and assist the City Traffic Engineer with budget preparation and tracking; coordinate planning schedules and materials estimates with the sign shop crew leader; maintain accurate records, work schedules and database for daily work activity; maintain and inspect the installation procedures of sign and pavement markings in accordance with the Manual on Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other traffic control standards. Performs staff job performance evaluations and schedules staff for special events during and after regular working hours; and provide high quality customer service to both internal and external customers and respond to their requests. They will also perform related duties, as assigned. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by three to five years related experience and/or training in the construction and maintenance of municipal traffic sign and marking operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

Examples of Duties

SUMMARY
Supervises and performs skilled and technical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, signs and other control devices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Delegates tasks, supervises assigned personnel and participates in the installation, repair and maintenance of traffic signals, fire alarm systems, emergency lights and other electrical and electronic equipment

Inspects work in progress and upon completion, verifies proper observance of safety precautions

Operates and supervises the operation of heavy construction equipment in the installment of traffic signs.

Trains and instructs assigned personnel in approved work methods

Recommends, designs, schedules and supervises modification of traffic signal controller, relays, fire alarm systems and other apparatus

Supervises the operation of computerized sign making equipment

Procures routine materials and maintains inventories

Inspects work by contractors which relates to or affects the systems maintained

Makes or supervises emergency repairs to equipment and systems outside normal working hours

Keeps records of work and makes reports

Assists in preparation of sketches, plans and specifications for new construction, installation and major repairs to existing systems and equipment

In absence of superintendent, directs activities of the division when authorized

Retimes traffic signals based on traffic flow changes

Assists contractors and utility companies during new construction

Assists with implementing and developing computerized timing and phase sequence for traffic signals and systems

Assists with signal and sign installations meeting Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Standard Highway Signs (SHS) standards

Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations, guidelines, safety orders, departmental operating procedures and safety regulations sufficient to insure that work is performed in compliance with applicable law.

Develops and maintains a preventive maintenance schedule program for equipment and machinery.

Ensures required OSHA and other mandated training and certifications are completed by assigned staff.

Enforces sound safety and housekeeping practices.

Ability to establish a culture of safety for employees and ensure that work processes are free from safety and health hazards, employees are properly trained and programs are in place to ensure safety.

May be required to wear some type of respiratory protection in the performance of their duties

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises an assigned staff of employees in the area of traffic signals or signs & markings. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization\'s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, essential and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by technical training in electrical and electronic engineering; three to five years related experience and/or training in the construction and maintenance of municipal traffic signs, signals and alarm systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of a valid appropriate driver\'s permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. May require possession of a valid appropriate electrical license and/or Commercial Driver\'s License. http://www.roanokeva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5597

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This is a job description and not an individualized position description. A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.

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