Traffic Operations Specialist

at  City of League City TX

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for assisting in the deployment, operation, and maintenance of the traffic signal systems and related communications network and overseeing the construction, operations and/or maintenance of traffic signal systems in accordance with the drawings, contract specifications, and operation/maintenance procedures prepared by City staff and/or consulting engineer. This position will also complete preparation and production of traffic signs. This is a safety sensitive and/or DOT position. As such, you will be required to participate in random drug testing at the city.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• At least four years’ experience working in a Traffic and Transportation or related department
• Valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License
• IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level II Certification

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Broad spectrum of signal construction types, operation/maintenance techniques, signal control equipment and thorough working knowledge of drawings and specifications for traffic signal systems
• Fiber optic outside plant design, construction techniques, maintenance, and operations
• Data communications technologies including ATM and Ethernet for both consolidated and parallel voice, video, and data networks
• Wireless Ethernet technologies
• Knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Plans and specifications for traffic control devices, traffic data collection, equipment, and software
• Knowledge of materials and specifications of traffic signal and construction drawings and must be able to interpret

SKILL IN:

• Programming and maintaining traffic signal controllers and systems; inspecting traffic signal construction; and operating bucket trucks

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Designs Traffic signs in compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) using Traffic sign software
• Collects accurate sign inventory data, makes associated computer entries of traffic data, and completes daily service requests
• Develops a plan for implementation, operation, and maintenance of a traffic signal control system
• Assists in inspection of traffic signal construction projects in the city
• Responds to inquires/complaints regarding traffic control, such as, signal timing, signs and pavement marking needs, and speed zones as directed by the traffic supervisor
• Responsible for overseeing construction projects and contractual services (i.e., paperwork and payments)
• Responsible for the prompt reporting of construction problems and irregularities to the Traffic Engineer and assisting in the correction of the irregularities
• Completes accurate records, daily work reports, bi-weekly progress reports, monthly estimates, and changes in contracts for all current and future projects
• Responsible for having a thorough knowledge of the drawings and specifications for assigned projects, including proper interpretation of their intent
• Supports operations and maintenance of traffic signal control and communications systems (i.e., wireless radios, fiber, cellular, portable message boards)
• Coordinates routine maintenance inspection, emergency maintenance activities, preventative maintenance, signal timer programming, traffic operations monitoring, work zones, and special events to ensure compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and with public safety requirements
• Performs aerial signal work by operating 40ft and 50ft bucket truck
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
• Subject to after-hours and weekend callouts.
• Subject to on call rotation schedule

Must be able to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of League City’s citizens, and that, City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May work in adverse weather conditions such as high temperatures, humidity, prolonged sun exposure, rain and sleet. Work may also come into contact with chemicals, fumes, dust, insects, noxious plants, snakes and other wildlife.
• Tasks involve physical effort exerting up to 50 lbs. of pressure; lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects and supplies, also up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires constant walking, sitting, carrying, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing heights, balancing, reaching, twisting, foot controls, fine dexterity and awareness of surroundings using acute senses of vision, hearing and verbal communication.
• Required to work at extreme heights for periods of times