Traffic Control Specialist

About the role

We are currently seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Specialist to join our team and ensure the smooth flow of traffic in construction and maintenance zones. The ideal candidate will have experience in traffic management, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Installs and replaces signage, including street markers, traffic control and information signs.
• Sets out work zones for job sites in accordance with the TMUTCD and MUTCD.
• Programs and deploys traffic counters, changeable message boards and radar trailers as necessary.
• Receives and stocks traffic control device materials and supplies.
• Maintains signs, barricades and traffic control signals; takes inventory; straightens and replaces devices at various locations.
• Paints or applies traffic control markings on streets, parking lots, and curbs using rollers, stencils, heat gun, or small paint machine.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains traffic control signals, beacons, and safety lighting at various locations.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to service trucks.
• Cleans and maintains traffic control shop building and grounds.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
• Valid State of Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position.
• Complete Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Entry Level: Pass all pre-employment qualifications.
• Level I: Six months experience.
• Level II: One year experience.
• Level III: Eighteen months experience.
• Level IV: Two plus year’s experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Entry Level: Ability to pass all pre-employment qualifications.
• Level I: Pass entry-level test and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
• Level II: Complete one of the required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
• Level III: Complete one of the additional required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
• Level IV: Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.

Benefits

• Medical: United Healthcare
• Dental: Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
• Vision: Superior Vision
• Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System: 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match, 5 year vesting, Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60, FREE life insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
• Disability: Equitable: Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability, Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
• Tuition Assistance: Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
• Leave: 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year, 15 days sick leave per year, Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year, Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit, 15 days Paid Parental Leave

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A