Sign Crew Lead Technician

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

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.

Minimum Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years of experience in public sign installation and repair.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in challenging environmental conditions, including frequent lifting, pulling, and pushing of up to 50 lbs.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Possession of a valid Traffic Control Certification.
• Working knowledge of equipment operation, repair, and maintenance relevant to the scope of work.
• Familiarity with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and traffic control procedures for work zones.
• Strong knowledge of practices, materials, methods, and equipment used in highway sign maintenance.
• Valid Class C Driver’s License, with the ability to obtain a Class B CDL.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
• Solid understanding of the safe and proper use of manual, electrical, gas, and hydraulic tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of proper barricade and signage placement for road and lane closures to protect both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Skilled in operating manual, gas-powered, and hydraulic trade tools, as well as light equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operational/maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, the MUTCD, and related technical documents.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and apply instructions across multiple formats (written, oral, diagram, or schedule).
• Capable of working in extreme temperatures (over 100°F and below 30°F) for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with GDOT personnel, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates a professional, cooperative, and safety-minded work ethic.

Benefit Highlights: 

• A dynamic and fulfilling work environment
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage
• 401(K) plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Hourly pay rate: $20-25/hourly depending on experience

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.