Traffic Signs and Markings Maintenance Lead Technician

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Application Deadline:

January 30, 2026

Compensation Details:

Hiring Range

31.38 - 45.54

This is a full-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility Group:

BMEA (20+ Hours)

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Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision of the Traffic Signs & Markings Maintenance Supervisor, the Traffic Signs & Markings Maintenance Lead Technician will participate effectively in a work group and act as crew lead for the Sign Shop in the absence of the Traffic Signs & Markings Maintenance Supervisor. This includes prioritizing and assigning daily tasks, setting work schedules, providing work instruction, and inspecting completed work. To assist in the maintenance of existing and placement of new pavement markings and signs throughout the City. Act as the City’s Traffic Control Supervisor by reviewing all City & special event temporary traffic control plans for accuracy and constructability. This may include the development of temporary traffic control plans and implementing them in the field with staff when requested. This may include field checks that could be on weekends, holidays, or night inspections when requested and occasional flagging when needed.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                  

Act as crew leader for the Sign Shop in the absence of the Traffic Signs & Markings Maintenance Supervisor which includes prioritizing and assigning daily tasks, setting work schedules, providing work instruction, inspecting completed work, and the following: 

• In the absence of the Supervisor, plans, prioritizes, coordinates, and instructs employee’s day-to-day work. 

• In the absence of the Supervisor, monitors work in progress to pinpoint problems and to ensure organized and efficient work and a quality work product. 

• Facilitates good communication with employees. This includes giving information and getting feedback, listening to, and respecting input, encouraging participation of employees in conversations. 

• Performs special projects as assigned by supervisor or management. 

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for performance of crew and work produced. 

• Communicates directly with City, county, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) staff, and the public to handle inquiries and maintenance requests. 

Oversee temporary traffic control plans submitted from both internal and external partners for accuracy and at implementation, provide inspections as needed or requested: 

• Attend all project meetings that have a temporary traffic control component and keep accurate records of those meetings. 

• Work with City staff to build/review temporary traffic control plans for projects, programs, maintenance, and other needs. 

• Assists in the layout of temporary or permanent striping during changes in temporary traffic control phases including final top lift paving operations. 

• Represent the Transportation and Operations Department as part of the Special Events Team and provide temporary traffic control expertise, review, and inspection. 

• Conduct field inspections of temporary traffic control devices during different phases and address issues as encountered<