Traffic Control Specialist

About the role

Under direct supervision, performs various traffic control functions as well as semi-skilled tasks in the construction and maintenance of City streets or other properties. Duties include applying uniform traffic control procedures and skills ; supervisory of one utility worker or overseeing the work of a small crew composed of utility workers ; and regularly interfacing with Crew Leader. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Assists upper level personnel in various traffic control and routing functions on a daily basis. Works alone or supervises a small crew. Provides proper barricading and channeling of traffic through or around work zones and retrieves all devices when job is complete. Provides written diagrams of traffic control placement within work zones. Responds to 24-hour emergency call outs and will be required to carry pager/cellular phone on a rotational shift arrangement. Assembles/organizes all traffic control devices/spaces. Maint ains and repairs all traffic control devices in stock. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Any combination of training and experience with a minimum of 2 years' Traffic Control experience with Certification. Requires High School Diploma preferred or (GED). A good working knowledge of uniform traffic control procedures is a must. Completion of at least sixteen (16) hours formal training in Construction Barricading and Traffic Safety procedures within the probationary year is required. Possession of a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License (with "N" tanker endorsement) is required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to read, understand, and work from blueprints and diagrams is a must. Working knowledge of directional signal arrow boards/message boards and a one-ton truck. Ability to use various types of traffic channeling devices - barricades, cones, dividers, traffic signs, etc. Thorough knowledge of Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) rules and procedures. Ability to supervise a small crew composed of utility workers. Ability to effectively communicate with crew leaders and foreman. Understanding of and the ability to train others in the use of traffic control devices and their application. ADA PROFILE Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also balance, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, walk, stand, kneel, sit, hear, feel, finger, grasp, handle, reach, speak, see, and write. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee works in an outdoor environment in all types of weather conditions, constant exposure to traffic hazards, and with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to self, co-workers, or others. The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.