Sign and Marking Specialist, Traffic

**** Sign and Marking Specialist, Traffic Annual Salary Range: $31,767.06 - $38,120.47 Grade: 18 The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Traffic Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to perform technical tasks to install, replace, and maintain all traffic signs and markings for the Traffic Department of the City of Alexandria. Work is performed under the supervision of the Superintendent, Traffic, and positions are subject to 24 hour call out, seven days a week. Benefits: The City of Alexandria offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical insurance, dental and vision, short/long term disability, group and dependent life insurance, sick and vacation leave, 11 paid holidays, EAP, tuition reimbursement, wellness clinic for employees and their dependents. Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria's Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan. Duties and Responsibilities: Performs technical tasks to install, replace, and maintain all traffic signs and markings within the City; paints and marks parking lots, curbs, and crosswalks; cuts limbs and shrubs blocking the view of street signs. Assists with the set-up of barricades, detours, and related traffic control at special events; assists in closing streets, maintaining cones and barricades, and performing related tasks to ensure visitors' safety. Ensures signs and closings comply with required guidelines and regulations according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD); works with other city departments and assists DOTD, APD, and Parish officials with traffic control measures. Maintains inventory of signs; orders replacement stock as needed; installs traffic counters and tabulates data; prepares work orders for signs; prepares estimates of materials needed. Utilizes tools and equipment to cut and press non-stock signs; hangs banners and flags using a bucket truck. Inspects and maintains vehicles, operates safely, performs routine maintenance tasks, and makes recommendations for major repairs or replacement as needed. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of experience in street maintenance, with installation of traffic signs, pavement markings, and related duties preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at the time of appointment and maintain it throughout employment. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver's license within one (1) month of hire. Must obtain and maintain IMSA Work Zone Safety certification within six (6) months of hire and Signs and Marking Level I certification within one year of hire. Work Schedule: 40 hours per week; Subject to 24-hour call and weekends. Accepting applications : June 17 - July 1, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or the first 50 applications, whichever comes first. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable. ** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application. **