Job Details

Position Description
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

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) ###-#### or email ...@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.
Requirements
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.
Preferences
Education:
* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Three (3) years of road maintenance experience (preferred)
General Information
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.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
* Medical Coverage
* Dental Coverage
* Vision Coverage
* Wellness Plan
* Life Insurance
* Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
* Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
* One (1) floating holiday per year
* Paid Parental Leave*
* Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
* 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
* Professional learning & development opportunities
* Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
* Flexible work schedule*
* METRO RideSponsor Program*
* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
www.benefitsathctx.com
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
* High School or GED diploma
* Associate Degree
* Bachelor's Degree
* Master's Degree or higher
* None of the above
02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable road maintenance experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
* Less than one (1) year
* One (1) year but less than two (2) years
* Two (2) years but less than three (3) years
* Three (3) years or more
* I do not have this experience
03
Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained verifiable road maintenance experience. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience. Example: "January 2020 - December 2023" If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A" in the space provided.
04
For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is preferred. Do you meet the above requirement? (Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)
* Yes, I currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License.
* Yes, I possess a valid Out-of-State Driver's License, but I am aware that I must acquire a valid Texas Driver's License before the start date.
* No, I do not currently have a driver's license, but I commit to obtaining one before the start date.
* No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license.
Required Question
Employer Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-###-####
Website