Traffic Control Specialist

City of Baytown; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Baytown seeks a Traffic Control Specialist to manage traffic in construction zones, set up devices, direct traffic, and coordinate with crew for worker and public safety.

The role requires high school education, TX Class B CDL (or to obtain within 6 months), and TEEX/IMSA safety training within 12 months. On-call for emergencies and overtime is possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas CDL Class B or ability to obtain within six months.
• Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Installs and replaces signage and traffic control devices.
• Sets up work zones per TMUTCD/MUTCD and operates counters/boards as needed.
• Receives stocks and maintains traffic control equipment and signals.
• Paints traffic markings on streets and lots.
• Maintains traffic control signals, beacons, and lighting.
• Performs preventive maintenance on service vehicles and shop areas.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Traffic management

Safety protocols

Communication skills

Team coordination

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Traffic control devices

MUTCD knowledge

TEEX/IMSA training

Job description

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. This role involves setting up traffic control devices, directing traffic, and coordinating with team members to maintain a safe environment for workers and the public. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about public safety, we encourage you to Fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control signals, signs, barricades, and pavement markings. On call periodically for emergency needs related to traffic control.

• 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.

Required:

• 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.

Entry Level

• Ability to pass all pre-employment qualifications.

Level I

• Six months experience.
• Pass entry-level test and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
• Complete one of the required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.

Level II

• One year experience.
• Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
• Complete one of the additional required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.

Level III

• Eighteen months experience.
• Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
• Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.

Level IV

• Two plus year's experience.
• Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
• Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.

Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.

Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.

Overall Position Strength Demands

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.