Traffic Control Worker IV

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

Operate road striping equipment, paint and thermoplastic markings application equipment, auger trucks, and a variety of powered equipment. Install and maintain traffic control devices such as traffic signs, solar-powered beacons, speed feedback signs, delineation, and road identifiers. Assist with maintaining signal lights, operate hydraulic bucket lift. Use computer software, digital printer, and sign plotter to design and fabricate traffic signs. Mark USA Underground for placement of traffic control devices. Use hand and power tools, and airless paint sprayers. Read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, maps, schematics and diagrams. Field-engineer layout for center lines, crosswalks, school zones and other traffic markings. Supervise crews in the direction of traffic, road striping, application of pavement markings, signal repair, traffic sign inspection and maintenance, installation of signs and solar-powered devices. Assist Superintendent in making regular inspections of County Road striping, pavement markings, signage, flashing beacons, and traffic signals, for damages and repairs. Review work orders, prepare job schedule for crew, determine supplies needed, and assign loading of service trucks. Answer emergency repair calls.

Keep records of vehicle maintenance, completed jobs, work hours, materials used. Act as lead worker for crews, instruct co-workers. Use computers to enter maintenance data for the traffic control device field inventory system. Supervise records-keeping for road striping and pavement markings. May assume additional duties in Assistant Superintendent's absence or as conditions warrant. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth(12th) grade.

Experience: Four (4) years in performing roadway striping, doing layout of lanes, turn pockets, islands, etc., applying pavement markings in paint and thermoplastic, installing and maintaining traffic control signs, beacons, and signals, preferably including one (1) year leading or supervising crews. in the County of Tulare.

Knowledge of:

Operation of striping equipment, attenuator, arrow boards, message boards, and paint and thermoplastic application equipment, including service requirements. Proper method of filling paint, adjusting pressures, and testing spray patterns on striping truck, maintaining and cleaning lines, filters, and tanks. Assembly, installation, programming, and repair of speed feedback devices, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBS), and other electronic safety enhancements. Sign construction materials, software programs, methods of fabrication, installation and repair of signs. Safety protocols on tools and equipment, temporary traffic control and work zone flagging, and safe procedures for moving operations. California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. County safety regulations and work practices. Principles of supervision and training of small crews. Record keeping systems

Skill/Ability to:

Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment including computer, keyboard, printers, scanners, and all applicable electronic equipment.

Drive a single vehicle with a GVWR of more than 26,000 pounds. Schedule shop time, field projects, and make assignments to crews. Setting of forms, lay, and finish concrete for footings for Traffic Control Devices.

Interpret and follow written instructions. Inspect work progress at intervals and make adjustments on completion. Train others in Traffic Control essential functions. Prepare legible and accurate reports and records. Recognize possible safety hazards or violations of safe work practices. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

License or Certificate:

Possess a Class “B” driver’s license with a tankers endorsement at date of hire.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 2

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision andlife).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 6/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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