Traffic Control Technician II (Sign) - Baldwin County Commission

Position Description

Essential Job Functions

Operations

• Operate sign truck with aerial bucket to install traffic control signs including post driver and puller.
• Operate sign truck with aerial bucket to trim limbs and precisely cut brush as needed.
• May operate other equipment as deemed necessary by Supervisor.
• May operate other equipment such as asphalt spreader, roller, paint truck or tractor.
• Perform routine manual labor on other crews as needed.
• Ensure that all signs are in proper placement by current MUTCD standards.
• Ensure that all traffic control operations meet current MUTCD standards.
• Willing to respond to call outs when deemed necessary by the Supervisor.

• Prior to operating equipment; perform safety and maintenance inspection of assigned equipment.
• Perform light maintenance and servicing in connection with equipment operated.
• Notify supervisor of mechanical or safety problems.
• May assist mechanic or other repairmen with mechanical repairs.

Education and Experience

• One (1) year experience in Traffic Control.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL – Class B) and be insurable by the County's insurance standards.

• Willing to work overtime and non-standard hours.
• Willing to travel for schools and training.
• Assist in Disaster Recovery efforts as needed.
• Willing to assist the paving crew/mowing crew, stripe crew and signal crew.
• Required to wear uniforms as directed by County Engineer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skills to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers.
• Skills to complete routine forms and records.
• Basic skills to operate computers and software programs.
• Basic skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of aerial buckets and lifts.
• Moderate skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of trucks, tractors and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations.
• Familiar with ALDOT standard drawings and how to apply these standards to real world applications.
• Familiar with The Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and how to apply the manual to real world applications.
• Knowledge of safety rules including accident causes and prevention.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Knowledge of county policies, procedures and rules.

• See well enough to operate equipment and motor vehicles; corrective lens acceptable.
• Hear well enough to understand oral instructions, carry on conservation with public and workers; hearing aid acceptable.
• Speak well enough to meet and converse with the public, convey instructions to others, communicate by telephone and two-way radio.
• Body movement to place traffic markings and signs, operate equipment, operate motor vehicles, handle signs and hand tools.
• Strength to lift 50 lbs., use hand tools, repair flashing signals and operate motor vehicles.
• Must be able to stand all day.

Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, citizenship or veteran status in employment. It is the intent of the Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office to guarantee equal opportunity to allow disabled employees a bias-free work environment. Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with the ADA. Recruitment and selection processes will grant equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants and will not discriminate on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request during the application, testing, and interview process.