TEMP TRAFFIC LABORER - City of Helena, MT : Job Details

Job Purpose:Performs a variety of skilled manual labor tasks assisting other Traffic Control Technicians using common hand and power tools. An Incumbent in this class performs a variety of skilled manual labor tasks, associated with installing and maintaining traffic control signs, and devices. Participates in traffic studies, and operates light equipment as assigned.Essential Duties: These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned.Duty I: Pavement Markings55% TimeEssentialTasks:? Installation & repair of thermoplastic pavement markings.? Painted pavement markings using manually propelled pavement machine & reflective glass beads.? Grinding out markings no longer needed using scarifier.Duty 2: Sign Work15% TimeEssentialTasks:? Fabrication and assembly of street signs.? Installation of signs.? Assist with installation of traffic control devices such as: traffic counting equipment & hoses.Duty 3: Street Maintenance and Repair15% TimeEssentialTasks:? Pothole repair consisting of asphalt being poured into the holes and compacted with a handtamper, car tire, or something that provides an even, level surface such as a roller. Use handtools associated with asphalt placement (shovel, asphalt rake).? May be required to act as flag person (flagger) when needed.Duty 4: Special Events & Other Traffic Control15% TimeSecondary DutiesTasks:? Set up before and tear down traffic control following special events.? Calmly answer questions and direct traffic following traffic control plan.? Assist loading and unloading equipment loaned by division.Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position:Knowledge of:* Use of common hand and power tools.* Use of manually propelled paint machines, air compressors, jack hammer, scarifier and propane torch.Skill or ability to:* Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks on schedule and in adverse weather.* Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with employees, the public, and other agencies.* Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with stressful traffic situations.Physical Demands:* Variety of physical activities including climbing, crawling, stooping and lifting/loading minimum 80-100 pounds.SafetyPerforms all functions in the safest possible manner and according to policies and procedures. Participates fully with safety trainings. Reports unsafe work conditions and practices, work-related injuries, illnesses, and near-misses as soon as possible to assigned supervisor.Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience and Training):This position requires a minimum of high school graduation or the equivalent. Other relevant combinations of education and work experience may be evaluated on an individual basis.License or Certificate:Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record at the time of hire and have the ability to obtain a valid MT driver's license within six months of hire. Flagger training certification, provided by Traffic Tech Coordinator.Supervision Received:Direction will be provided by Streets Supervisor or assigned Traffic Tech 1.Supervision Exercised:None.