Traffic Control Technician

Position: TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNICIAN - 0326
Job Summary Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, installs, wires, and maintains traffic signals, detectors, overhead signs, pedestrian signals, communication, and other related equipment. Assists with installation of traffic signal cabinets and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices, such as cameras and travel time monitoring units. Sets and wires power meters and disconnects. Performs annual maintenance of overhead signal equipment and pedestrian features.

Installs and maintains ground-mounted signs and posts, cleans signs as needed, and assists with traffic sign fabrication and emergency replacement of signs. Lays out, installs, and maintains pavement markings on City streets and parking lots. Distributes and picks up barricades, cones, message boards, and various other traffic equipment for special events and/or lane closures. Operates various types of machinery, including bucket trucks, hot plastic and paint machines, grinding machines, concrete saws, etc.

Complete maintenance and inventory on material, supplies, vehicles, and equipment. Responds to after-hours emergencies when on call.

Essential Functions Essential Functions % of Time

* Install and Maintain Traffic Signals:
Install signal wire, steel, and hang signal heads, internally illuminated street name signs, and static signs. Wire traffic signals when power is on and/or off. Assist with installation of traffic signal cabinets and ITS devices, such as cameras and travel time monitoring units. Prepare cabinet installation by digging hole, setting form, installing conduit, and pouring concrete for cabinet base. Install and wire power meter and disconnect.

Lay out, cut, and wire detector loops. Install and maintain video detection equipment. Install pedestrian poles, buttons, and signals. Perform annual preventive maintenance on overhead and pedestrian signal equipment. Operate bucket truck as necessary to complete assignments.

40%

* Install and Maintain Traffic Signs:
Install new signs and posts, as well as, remove old posts. Clean sign faces and surrounding right-of-way. Perform preventative maintenance. Distribute and pick up barricades, cones, and message boards for special events.

25%

* Install Markings:
Layout and paint markings for parking lots, intersections, and roadways. Install hot and cold plastic markings. Refresh, remove, or grind old markings. Utilize hot plastic, paint, and grinding machines in performance of duties.

25%

* Perform Maintenance and Inventory:
Clean and stock trucks and warehouse. Repair, clean, and maintain all tools and equipment. Complete inventory on materials and supplies notifying Traffic Control Supervisor of items in need of ordering. Use forklift to off-load deliveries as needed.

10%
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* This is an entry level position for which training will be provided.

* Must have or obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certifications for Work Zone Safety and Traffic Signal Level I or equivalents within nine (9) months of hire or as soon as practical, based on the exam schedule of IMSA.

* IMSA Traffic Signal Level II within two (2) years of hire or as soon as practical, based on the exam schedule of IMSA.

* IMSA Sign and Pavement Marking Level I within six (6) months of achieving IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification or as soon as practical, based on the exam schedule of IMSA.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prior construction experience or experience working with electrical components.

Driver's License Requirements

* Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License at hire.

* Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) within three (3) weeks of hire, or the equivalent CLP from their state of residence.

* Valid South Carolina Class B CDL within three (3) months of hire, or the equivalent CDL from their state of residence.

* Please be advised:
Applicants who do not intend to relocate to South Carolina, must reside in a neighboring State (Georgia or North Carolina) and must meet the same CDL requirements as residents of South Carolina. In addition, employees residing in a neighboring state are required to provide to the City of Greenville an annual Motor Vehicle Record from their state's Department of Motor Vehicles at the sole cost of the employee.

Performance Requirements Knowledge of:

* Safe equipment operating practices/procedures.

* Department of Transportation work zone safety measures for traffic control.

* Installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signals and related electrical components.

* Applicable laws and regulations pertaining to traffic markings and signs.

Ability to:

* Make modifications to existing traffic systems and design for new service.

* Work in inclement weather conditions including cold rain, wind, heat, snow, sleet, etc.

* Problem solve in the use of equipment and material.

* Communicate basic information to the public in a respectful and…