Profession road sign installer

Road sign installers take road signs to the specified location and erect it. The installers may drill a hole into the ground, or remove existing paving to access the soil. They may anchor heavy signs in concrete.

Personality Type

• Realistic / Conventional

Knowledge

• Road traffic laws

  Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.

• Road signage standards

  National and European regulations on the placement and properties of road signage, including size, height, reflectance and other important characteristics.

Skills

• Follow health and safety procedures in construction

  Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.

• Interpret traffic signals

  Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.

• Inspect construction supplies

  Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.

• Interpret 3D plans

  Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.

• Operate hand drill

  Use a hand drill to make holes in various types of material such as stone, brick and wood. Take care to use the appropriate equipment, settings, drill bit and pressure for the task.

• Use safety equipment in construction

  Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.

• Work ergonomically

  Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

• Inspect construction sites

  Ensure health and safety during the construction project by inspecting the construction site regularly. Identify risks of putting people in danger or of damaging construction equipment.

• Operate GPS systems

  Use GPS Systems.

• Interpret 2D plans

  Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.

• Place temporary road signage

  Place temporary traffic signs, lights and barriers to alert road users of activities on the road.

Optional knowledge and skills

Source: Sisyphus ODB