Traffic Control Technician

City of Lakeland, Civil Service • Employment Services, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a semi-skilled position in vehicular traffic control for electric and water systems. An incumbent is responsible for the calculation and placement of traffic control devices and barricades in accordance with “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices: (MUTCD) standards and regulations. The employee is responsible for the safety of the public and the utility workers within the traffic control zone. Work is reviewed by a supervisor during progress and upon completion to ensure performance meets established standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Must be 18 years of age by the date of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• Must obtain traffic control certification within six months of employment.
• Communicates on City radio.
• Maintains harmonious relationships with other employees and the public.
• Reads and uses maps and City directions.
• Operates various equipment associated with the work.
• Works with minimal direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Flags at electric and water utility work sites in all types of weather.
• Controls the direction of traffic control patterns and places signs and barricades in compliance with MUTCD.
• Maintains tools, signs, and related equipment in serviceable condition.
• Operations traffic control trucks, generators, and trailer-mounted arrow boards.
• Performs vehicle inspection daily.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• When not performing traffic control responsibilities, the technician may perform other job duties, including, but not limited to, cleaning and reading water meters, performing general labor, painting fire hydrants, and servicing backflow preventers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED