Traffic Technician Crew Leader

State of Indiana•Vincennes, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Traffic Technician Crew Leader coordinates crews performing general highway and traffic maintenance to support safety and customer satisfaction. The role provides day-to-day direction to crew members and coordinates with the Highway Technician Supervisor. It includes winter maintenance, such as snow and ice removal using snowplows and other equipment, as well as maintaining traffic signs and pavement markings, entering data, and GIS mapping. Emergency on-call response is required year-round on a rotating basis. The position is with INDOT’s Vincennes District and requires a high school diploma or GED; a degree is not required. The role operates highway maintenance and traffic equipment, oversees completion of assigned work, communicates with contractors, performs routine equipment inspections and maintenance, and supports emergency response activities. Depending on the assignment, employees may also perform bridge maintenance, construction inspection, materials testing, facility maintenance, or geotechnical testing duties. Workday attendance at assigned worksites is an essential function. The role may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. The position traditionally starts at $24.26 per hour, potentially adjusted for education and work experience. Employees with a current CDL and district-required endorsements receive an additional $1 per hour. Employees without a CDL have 90 days to obtain the required CDL and endorsements, after which they receive the additional $1 per hour; onsite training is provided by certified INDOT staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; a degree is not required.
Possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL, or obtain one within the first 90 days of employment; district-required endorsements are also required.
Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, regulations, principles, and practices related to construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
Ability to independently lead and coordinate field crew work.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities including lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.
For Testing assignments: ability to read and follow technical documents such as AASHTO, ASTM, INDOT specifications, and Indiana Test Methods, and ability to pass the INDOT Certified Testing Technician program.
For Construction assignments: ability to pass the INDOT Certified Inspector program.
For Geotechnical Services assignments: maintain qualifications for required soil test procedures and pass the listed Office proficiency exams.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
Coordinate and direct crew members’ day-to-day field work, ensure assignments are completed, and report problems to supervisors.
Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
Inspect equipment and perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, and pavement markings.
Perform emergency response activities, including cleanup, traffic control, lane closures, sign placement, and erecting barricades.
Depending on assignment, provide technical expertise and oversight for bridge maintenance crews and operate highway and bridge maintenance equipment.
Depending on assignment, collect and test construction materials, record test results, and visit material producers, construction sites, or INDOT facilities to collect samples.
Depending on assignment, assist with construction inspection and ensure construction tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded promptly.
Depending on assignment, repair and install brine-making and storage systems.
Depending on assignment, operate and maintain geotechnical laboratory equipment and perform soil and rock testing.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription drug coverage, and vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a bi-weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including paid new parent leave, childbirth recovery leave for eligible mothers, community service leave, and combined vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance.
Referral bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
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