Traffic Control Technician

Traffic Control Technician

Mohave County Public Works Department is looking to fill the position of Traffic Control Technician. The mission of the Traffic Control division is to ensure the safe and efficient movement of persons and goods throughout the Mohave County road network. This position performs entry-level work setting up and maintaining traffic control devices for work zones.

Work schedule is Monday-Thursday (four days/10-hour shift). May have to work on weekends/holidays depending on circumstances. Occasional overtime is possible. Occasional travel throughout Mohave County. Interaction with the public.

Compensation Hiring Range: Range 9/ Steps 1-7 ($17.36-$20.73). Must pass pre-employment background screening. Must possess a valid Driver's License for operation of motor vehicles at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.

Proud to Offer:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 11 Paid Holidays. End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).
• Retirement Benefits: Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day. Deferred Compensations Programs (optional)
• Comprehensive Wellness Program: Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision. 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events. Marketplace Discounts. Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend. Employee Assistance Program. Employee Wellness Program. Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans. Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to read, interpret and implement detailed Work Zone Traffic Control plans in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Mohave County Public Works Policies and Procedures.
• Adhere to all established governmental guidelines for uniformity, proper location of sign and meeting standards in the interest of public safety.
• Computer skills to include data entry, website navigation and e-mail.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities including work done, materials used and time spent and set up/maintain portable message boards.
• Clean, maintain and repair work zone devices, equipment and tools used during the performance of work assignments.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of signs, barricades and equipment.
• Ensure an adequate supply of materials, equipment and tools required to fulfill work assignments.
• Utilize various hand tools and other related equipment in the assembly, installation and repair of traffic control devices.
• Installation of chip seal tabs
• Assist in the process of Spotting and Zoning roads for paint striping.
• Forklift operation.
• Provide support to the Litter Removal Program.
• Conducts daily safety inspections of vehicles and equipment and follows all safety rules.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED (General Education Degree).
• Any experience in construction or a related field involving installation and maintenance of work zone signs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

Special Job Requirement:

• Obtain both Forklift Operation and Flagger certifications within six (6) months of appointment to this position.
• Obtain American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Traffic Control Technician certification within one (1) year of appointment to this position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Methods, practices, tools, materials, and equipment associated with Work Zone Traffic Control.
• Basic computer skills.
• Department policies, rules and procedures
• Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
• Safe use and care of tools and equipment used in the operation and implementation of Work Zone Traffic Control Devices.
• Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Adjust to a variety of job assignments.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with general public and associate personnel.
• Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.