Approximate start of work: Early to Mid October. Serve as the Lead for district-wide signing operations. Act as the primary contact for the GDOT District Sign Manager, District Maintenance Office, Area Engineers, and the DCS Project Manager. Interpret and apply sign standards from GDOT Traffic Operations and the FHWA Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Responsibilities include maintaining overhead span wire signs, interstate gore signs, assisting GDOT with overhead extruded panel signs, and maintaining ground-mounted signs on all state routes and interstates within the Atlanta Metro area. Ensure adequate stock of materials (posts, hardware, signs) is maintained. Complete required documentation including crew day forms and sign installation reports. Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.This position is on-call for emergencies and may be assigned additional duties as needed.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following list outlines the core functions of this role. It is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as appropriate.Operates hand and power tools used in sign installation and maintenance (e.g., power saw, drill, sander, pole saw, chainsaw, ratchet).Operates heavy equipment including forklifts, aerial lift trucks, flatbed sign trucks, and attenuator trucks while ensuring compliance with all safety standards.Installs new roadway signage, repairs or replaces damaged signs, and fabricates/repairs barricades.Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of tools, vehicles, and equipment.Assists with sign inventory management, including ordering and tracking materials and supplies.Coordinates sign installation and maintenance activities with other teams and departments.Provides emergency response support, including after-hours and weekend availability.Enters Daily Work Reports into GDOT’s GAMS (Georgia Asset Management System).Enters Daily Activity Reports into DCS’s iEMS database.Performs related tasks as directed.