Traffic Signs and Markings Supervisor - City of Bessemer

Jefferson County (AL)•Bessemer, AL

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Bessemer is seeking an experienced Traffic Signs and Markings Supervisor to lead a small crew responsible for the installation, repair, and replacement of traffic signs and street markings. In this role, the supervisor plans, assigns, and participates in a range of traffic maintenance activities, ensuring that all roads and signage comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other applicable laws and ordinances. The ideal candidate will exercise independent judgment in determining procedures and effectively delegate tasks based on guidance from the Traffic Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements

Driver's license.
Experience setting up a work zone and flagging traffic.
Experience painting using commercial traffic painting equipment.
Experience installing traffic signs and markings according to the MUTCD (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices).
Experience reading and interpreting maps and traffic control drawings.
Experience performing pre/post trip inspections for vehicles and preventative and basic maintenance for traffic equipment (e.g., checking fuels, fluids, oil levels, striping equipment, thermoplastic machine).

Nice To Haves

Possession of a CDL Class A or B
Three years of supervisory experience in traffic maintenance.

Responsibilities

Conducts cleanup and maintenance activities including cleaning the work truck, maintaining the sign shop, cleaning various pieces of equipment, unloading and storing materials, and reporting damaged items to ensure that all vehicles and equipment are in good working order and ready to be used again.
Ensures the safety of employees and the public by setting up worksites according to industry standard safety protocols including the use of warning lights, placement of temporary warning signs, barricade and/or cone placement, appropriate vehicle placement, communicating with crew, and the use of personal protective equipment.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Completes various work orders and tasks related to the installation of traffic control devices using industry-standard appropriate procedures (i.e., MUTCD, State, Local) including taking various measurements, using tools and equipment to prepare worksites, clearing debris, and placing new traffic control devices.
Prepares for daily activities by reviewing work orders and collecting the needed supplies and equipment, loading and inspecting the work truck and/or other vehicles, using various pieces of loading equipment, and driving to the worksite in order to complete projects as assigned.