Traffic Safety Technician

City of Weslaco • Weslaco, TX

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About The Position

This position is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of all traffic signals and control devices, street stripping program, painting street curbs, crosswalks, slow bars, parking lots and center lanes, and traffic signage including fabrication and purchase of materials. Incumbent will be the lead, for his division, overlooking three laborers in his division. Will be responsible for proper installation of street signs throughout the city and report locations where street signs are needed and prepare materials to assemble street signs and stop signs. Will also overlook traffic control for all special events such as Alfresco, Weslaco Parade, Onion Fest, etc. Incumbent may be required to work extended hours due to special events and/or natural disasters; and will be required to be on-call. Essential Job Functions Maintain regular and prompt attendance; physically present to work. Ensures proper operation of traffic light system/school zone lights and timer programming while operating bucket truck. Responsible for maintenance, installation and replacement of all traffic signs. Stripes school crossings and streets within the City; repairs and maintains the striping machines. Responsible for proper visibility of traffic signs and trim trees/bushes as needed. Responsible for Traffic Control during special events and assists other department/division in a as needed basis. Maintain inventory of traffic signage materials. Acquires quotes and requisitions for processing purchase orders. Review traffic plans for special events. Attend training sessions as required to maintain abreast of updates or changes in occupational safety requirements. May be assigned other duties in addition to those listed; duties may change according to the changing needs of the city. Act as the lead for the division, provide training, schedule, and overlook three laborers in this division.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One (1) to three (3) years of work-related experience to perform the job.
• IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Field Technician Certification or must be able to acquire within one year of employment.
• Applicants must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Must have current valid Class "C" Texas Driver License and be insurable.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular and prompt attendance; physically present to work.
• Ensures proper operation of traffic light system/school zone lights and timer programming while operating bucket truck.
• Responsible for maintenance, installation and replacement of all traffic signs.
• Stripes school crossings and streets within the City; repairs and maintains the striping machines.
• Responsible for proper visibility of traffic signs and trim trees/bushes as needed.
• Responsible for Traffic Control during special events and assists other department/division in a as needed basis.
• Maintain inventory of traffic signage materials.
• Acquires quotes and requisitions for processing purchase orders.
• Review traffic plans for special events.
• Attend training sessions as required to maintain abreast of updates or changes in occupational safety requirements.
• Act as the lead for the division, provide training, schedule, and overlook three laborers in this division.

What This Job Offers

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