Seasonal Sign and Marking Specialist I - King County (WA) : Job Details

King County's Department of Local Services (DLS) is currently recruiting for temporary Seasonal and Special Duty Sign and Marking Specialist I positions in the Road Services Division, Maintenance Section. We are looking for dedicated, highly motivated individuals who are eager to contribute and make a positive impact in our community. Seasonal assignments will start in May 2025 and run through October 2025. Come work with us and help make a meaningful difference!

This recruitment will be used to fill seven (7) Short-Term Temporary and two (2) Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

King County is the local service provider for the roughly quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county; taken together, Unincorporated King County would be the second-largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Director's Office with a Community Service Area group, and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. Together, this department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all of the unincorporated areas.

The King County Road Services Division designs, builds, operates and maintains roads and bridges in unincorporated areas of King County in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner to protect the public's investment and facilitate safe travel. The division is committed to ensuring the county's transportation system is safe and efficient for all uses and modes of travel.

Applying equity, racial, and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Apply paint and/or thermoplastic for crosswalks, arrows, legends, channelization islands, stop bars, and lane lines.
• Install pavement markings such as traffic buttons.
• Operate and maintain paint machinery including compressors, spray guns, thermoplastic applicators, and center-line striping machines.
• Maintain and update daily log showing activities, make necessary reports on work order inventory system.
• Keep brush, trees, and other objects clear of traffic signs.
• Provide proper traffic control by flagging or placing signs, cones, and barricades as appropriate to ensure crew and public safety.
• Operate jackhammer, air compressor, and common hand tools, in the assembly, repair, and removal of street signs and posts.
• Dig post-holes and set posts.
• Read various road maps and construction blueprints.
• Lift, carry, move, or handle up to 50-pound bags, tools, equipment, and other objects to complete any of the above-referenced functions.
• Respond courteously to the general public.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Have a valid Washington State Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely throughout King County.
• Have a valid Washington State Flagging Certificate, valid CPR and First Aid certifications OR ability to obtain within two (2) months of hire.
• An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift, carry, move, or handle up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform duties involving physical labor including bending, kneeling, standing, reaching, climbing, stooping, squatting, pushing, and twisting.
• Must be able to perform work outdoors and in inclement weather.

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:

Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in a 30-minute in-person interview the week of April 2nd, 2025.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The typical work schedule is Monday – Friday 6:00 am-2:30 pm. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval. Working after-hours, weekends, and holidays may be required in emergency circumstances, such as during inclement weather, and on special projects. Overtime hours, weekends, and holidays vary upon business demand, season, and weather.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

This position is represented by Teamsters, Local 174.

To Apply:

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.