Traffic Service Worker - Traffic Signals

About the role

The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is seeking a Traffic Service Worker - Traffic Signals (Traffic Service Worker 1A) grade A08 position in the Office of Highway Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level routine and less complex work assignments in the installation and maintenance of traffic signs, signals, and markings on pavements.
• Operates automotive, mechanical, hydraulic and other equipment in order to install and maintains traffic signals.
• Performs preventive/routine maintenance and repairs on equipment and traffic signals.
• Maintains traffic signal cabinets, controllers, Video detection cameras, Conflict monitors and operates bucket trucks.
• Prepares daily activity reports and handles appropriate maintenance records.
• Aids in sign fabrication and deployment activities.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a G.E.D certificate.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Willing to work outdoors in any kind of weather.
• Willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: See Application Instructions.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working with electrical, mechanical, construction and traffic safety background; ability to operate small hand-held power equipment; ability to perform manual labor around shop facility and signalized intersections safely, effectively and efficiently; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication with supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public; willingness to perform over-head and aerial maintenance duties.

Skills

• Ability to operate small hand-held power equipment (drills, soft/chop saws, impact wrenches, jigsaws).
• Ability to perform manual labor around shop facility and signalized intersections safely, effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication with supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public.
• Willingness to perform over-head and aerial maintenance duties.

Benefits

See Benefits Section for details.

Pay

Tentative Interview Dates: July 22nd - July 24th.

Schedule

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.