Flagger Maintenance Aide

201 Avon Ave, Burlington WA

Description

***NOTE*** To be considered for this position, please apply at the Skagit County Job Opportunity site: SUMMARY: Provides traffic safety services for the Operations Division of Public Works with traffic control plans. Includes but not limited to setting up traffic control zones and operating paddles. This position is also part of the maintenance crew and assists with the various labor activities to maintain of the road. Salary upon hire is step 1 through 3 ($17.89 to $19.15 per hour) for a Flagger Maintenance Aide, dependent upon qualifications. Per County policy, progressive increases are based upon years of service with Skagit County, up to 8 total steps (to top step $22.76). Flagger Maintenance Aide is range 7 of salary schedule Public Works (AFSCME). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Sets up traffic control zones to alert motorists of road maintenance work in progress. Coordinates with maintenance crew to develop a traffic control plan that assures proper placement of signs. Directs traffic through work sites to ensure safety of workers and the public. Assists the Maintenance Technicians with duties such as ditching, patching, chip box operations, tree removal; assists in Sign Shop with assembling signs, etc. Maintains proper inventory of equipment and flagging signs. Keeps inventory in a neat and orderly manner. Operates pilot car and places cones for activities such as striping and movement of oversized equipment. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the scope of knowledge. Installs and removes temporary signs, i.e., traffic signs and emergency operation signs. Assists in keeping fleet and equipment clean, assists with facility maintenance and yard maintenance as directed. Supervisory: None. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: May be tasked with performing related duties. Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the position description, but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work. ***NOTE*** To be considered for this position, please apply at the Skagit County Job Opportunity site: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Prior flagging experience preferred but not required. Requires knowledge of: - Highway safety and flagging requirements. work hazards and safety procedures. Requires the ability to: - Work with people in a courteous manner - Maintain confidentiality and follow the judicial code of ethics follow oral and written instructions. remain alert to potential hazards while working. communicate effectively with other employees and the public to develop and implement a traffic control plan. Licenses and/or Certifications: - Valid Washington State Driver's License. - Valid Washington State Traffic Control Flagger Card. - Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certification within six months. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time in all types of weather, lift signs and equipment up to 40 pounds, and perform physical labor. Hazards: Potential hazards present from traffic and road equipment.