Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers L2 & L3

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bronx Sign Shop at the New York City Department of Transportation seeks a seasoned Superintendent to lead the production, installation, maintenance, and analysis of traffic control devices across boroughs. You will guide a small team, coordinate with DOT crews and contractors, and drive compliance with engineering SOPs.

You will prepare daily and monthly performance reports, manage material requisitions, and oversee field audits and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as a Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers for NYC DOT or equivalent.
• Four years of recent, full-time experience maintaining, servicing and repairing mechanical equipment, with at least two years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production, installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic control devices and markings.
• Coordinate project implementation with DOT crews and DDC contractors.
• Provide technical guidance to Bronx Borough Engineer's Office and participate in field meetings with contractors.
• Prepare daily indicator reports and monthly summaries; evaluate work orders and manage material requisitions.
• Coordinate Street Improvement Projects and Vision Zero initiatives; serve as primary contact for facilities on upgrades and repairs.
• Utilize SIMS to streamline traffic sign installations; supervise two STDMs and manage CityTime records.
• Schedule work audits and ensure daily assignments comply with SOPs; manage Bronx Sign Shop stockroom operations.

Skills

Creative problem solver

Detail oriented

Adaptive under pressure

Resourceful

Excellent communication

Strong leadership

Managerial skills

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on DOT's promotion list.

Traffic Control & Engineering (TCE) is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated individual for the position of Bronx Sign Shop Superintendent. This role involves overseeing a team of employees in the production, installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic control devices and markings across one or more boroughs. The Superintendent will coordinate and oversee project implementation with DOT crews and DDC contractors, providing technical guidance to the Bronx Borough Engineer's Office. Active participation in field meetings with construction contractors is essential to ensure project alignment and compliance. The Bronx Sign Shop Superintendent will be responsible for preparing daily indicator reports, compiling comprehensive monthly summaries, evaluating work orders, and managing material requisitions to ensure project continuity. This role also involves coordinating Street Improvement Projects and Vision Zero initiatives, as well as serving as the primary contact for the facilities unit regarding building upgrades and repairs. Additionally, the Superintendent will utilize the Sign Information Management System (SIMS) to streamline traffic sign installations. The Superintendent will supervise two Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers (STDM), ensuring timely task completion, managing attendance issues, and overseeing CityTime records at the beginning and end of each shift. They will ensure that daily work assignments by the STDM comply with Borough Engineering Standard Operating Procedures, allocate assignments, provide specific directions, and conduct training for the supervisor. The Superintendent will also schedule work audits to verify the correct installation, relocation, or removal of regulatory signage as required. Additionally, the Superintendent will manage the daily operations of the Bronx Sign Shop stockroom, including the supervision and training of the stockroom employee. This role demands a proactive leader with excellent organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards of operational efficiency, accountability, and safety.

SUP TRAFFIC DEVICE MAINT L2&L3 - 9090A

Minimum Qualifications

For Appointment to Assignment Level II and Assignment Level III

• At least one year of experience as a Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers working for the NYC Department of Transportation; or
• Four years of recent, satisfactory, full-time, practical experience maintaining, servicing and repairing mechanical equipment, including two years in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate for the position should be a creative problem solver, detail-oriented, and adaptive under pressure. They should also be highly resourceful in carrying out tasks and possess excellent communication skills. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership qualities with a proven track record of effective interaction with management and the ability to motivate staff. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and be proficient in DOT's Sign Information Management System (SIMS).

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.