Definition

This is a full-time (Non-Exempt) position in the City’s Public Works Department. An individual in this position performs work in construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs and pavement markings within the City of Missouri City.

Reporting relationship: Chief Signal Technician

Examples of Work

Examples of Work

Fabricates and installs signs, posts, delineators, barricades, cones, and pavement markings of all types.
Inspects traffic signs for compliance with current standards and regulations including sign condition, placement, and visibility; performs tasks such as trimming vegetation, cleaning, repairing, and replacing signs as needed.
Loads/unloads trucks and trailers with supplies, materials, and equipment for installing, repairing, or replacing signs or deploying barricades.
Sets up traffic work zones, to include traffic barricades, cone transition lanes, and traffic warning signs when conducting sign/marking work in traffic areas.
Keeps records of sign installations and locations.
Operates high-pressure power washer, paint machine, and thermoplastic equipment in marking centerlines, parking lanes, and other traffic control needs
Performs routine checks and preventive maintenance on equipment; identifies and reportsequipment malfunctions; cleans equipment as needed.
Assists with maintaining inventory of materials in the sign shop and work truck.
Responds to emergency calls-out on critical sign repair and/or replacement and emergency road closures. Required to be on-call 24 hours a day.
Reports any unsafe actions/conditions and other department or City policy violations immediately to management.
Performs other related duties as required.
Subject to 24-hour recall.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

Ability to use tools, and materials, and execute safety hazards, and precautions used in various construction trades.
Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor outdoors in temperature extremes for extended periods of time.
Comply with all City and departmental policies and procedures.
Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Ability to document activities both written and electronic; utilize work order management system.

Education, Experience, or Certification

High Scholl Diploma or General Education Development (GED); at least one (1) year relevant work experience in construction preferred, maintenance, and repair, or a similar skilled labor or trades job that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
Must obtain International Municipal Signals Association (IMSA) Work Zone Traffic Safety Certification within one (1) year.
Valid Class C Driver’s License

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Employee Benefits

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITS Medical Plans (Three Options)

Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
- Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $2,500 annually
  - Family: $5,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $5,000 annually
  - Family: $10,000 annually
- Additional Details:
  - Employee pays dependent premiums
  - Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Provider: H.S.A. Bank
- Features:
  - Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
  - Contribution Limits:
    - Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
    - Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
    - Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
  - City Contributions:
    - Employee only: $1,500
    - Employee & Family: $2,750
  - Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
PPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $1,500 annually
  - Family: $3,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $4,500 annually
  - Family: $9,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $40
  - Non-Preferred: $80
EPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $1,500 annually
  - Family: $3,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $4,500 annually
  - Family: $9,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $45
  - Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Features:
  - No deductible
  - No annual maximum
  - Member co-pay depends on the procedure
PPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Features:
  - $1,500 per person annual maximum
  - $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider: Vision Service Plan
Features:
- Eye Exam $10 Copay
- Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage:
- $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
- $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
- Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider: Flores
Features:
- Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
- Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider: Aflac
- Accident
- Short-Term Disability
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Visit TMRS for more information

Optional Deferred Compensation

457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square

Other Benefits

Holidays

13 paid holidays per calendar year:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Friday after Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

Earned based on years of service:
- 0-5 years: 14 days
- 6 years: 15 days
- 7 years: 16 days
- 8 years: 17 days
- 9 years: 18 days
- 10-14 years: 19 days
- 15 years or more: 20 days
Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

6 days per calendar year.

Educational Reimbursement

With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Provider: Alliance Work Partners
8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.

01

Which of the following best represent the highest level of education you have earned?

Less than high school or GED
High school or GED
Associates, vocational or technical degree or diploma
Bachelors degree
Masters or above

02

Do you have any concerns about working in outdoor environments under different weather elements?

03

Do you have a valid Texas Driver’s License?

04

Do you have experience in sign installation?

05

Do you have experience in carpentry?

06

Do you have experience working in traffic work zones?

07

If yes please describe your experience in sign installations, carpentry, traffic work zones, or any relatable experience.

Required Question

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