This Highway Maintenance Lead Specialist position, classified as Transportation Maintenance II, is responsible for leading and overseeing Traffic and Safety Striping Crews. The units install and maintain highway striping and markings to promote a safer traveling environment for motorists throughout the region. This position performs skilled, specialized heavy construction equipment operation and heavy manual labor under hazardous and adverse conditions. This position is responsible for maintaining facilities to as near original conditions as it was constructed as well as ensuring that all equipment is safe and operable. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Performs lead work over crews performing roadway striping, thermal plastic and stencil markings on Interstates, US and Colorado Highways and frontage roads in accordance with the MUTCD and M&S standards;Develops traffic control plans utilizing the MUTCD and provides advance warnings and traffic control throughout work zones to provide a safe work area on a daily basis for all striping operations for the safety of the traveling public and CDOT personnel;Manages inventories of paint products to ensure that there is an adequate supply for the assigned work season and minimal carry over at the end of the season;Perform the daily planning and scheduling of activities in assigned worked area; develop work plans for employees on the patrol; review work progress, identify training needs, and provide feedback, on-the-job training and mentoring; provide performance appraisal input / recommendations; conduct tailgate safety talks for employees;Ensure patrol attends all required personnel training, safety classes, and informational training; perform worksite, night, and roadway inventory inspections;Lead, perform and assist in snow and ice control by snow removal, traction application, ice control, stock piling, and snow fence installation and repair;Lead, perform and assist in the maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and grounds upkeep;Complete required paperwork and reports; use SAP to enter work orders, timesheet entries, and other items on a regular basis. Trim and remove trees; remove graffiti;Use a variety of light to heavy equipment; Ensure patrol uses proper equipment and PPE;Assist other patrols as needed;Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: Exposure to loud noise. Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin. Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment. Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products. Some equipment requires the use of respirators. Work in close proximity to heavy traffic. Use of ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10 – 20’Required to use various hand tools and to operate heavy equipment, such as backhoe, tractor, bucket truck, forklift, skid steer, loader, aerial devices and other equipment Required to drive CDOT vehicles. Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600 V) and electrical shock. Some of the positions are NIGHTS ONLY and others are WEEKEND positions. Frequently respond to emergencies outside of regular work hours and may work overtime including weekends and holidays. Must be willing and be physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions, and at varying elevations up to 12,000 feet for long periods of time. Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties The average work week is 40 hours a week, with periodic overtime due to emergencies or inclement weather Must be able to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.