Traffic Control Specialist

Job SummaryWe 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.DutiesInstalls 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.Minimum QualificationsRequired: 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.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesEntry 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.BenefitsTo promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year. Medical United HealthcareEffective the first day of the month following 30 days of employmentAnnual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 FamilyIn-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible$50 co-pay (general visit)RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-FormularyFlexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expensesFREE virtual visits Dental Cigna Dental PPO & DHMOEffective the first day of the month following 30 days of employmentPreventative & diagnostic covered at 100%Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO Vision Superior VisionEffective the first day of the month following 30 days of employmentIn-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-payFrames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance Holistic Health & Wellness Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical planFREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insuranceGym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/yearEmployee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System: 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match5 year vestingRetirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salaryMissionSquare 457 and 457 Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation Disability Insurance 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 disabilityShort-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 Training and Tuition Assistance The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core ValuesAccess 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 Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year15 days sick leave per yearStarting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per yearSick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit15 days Paid Parental Leave To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: baytownlife.com