Traffic Control Specialist
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Traffic Control Specialist
Salary
$18.16 - $26.96 Hourly
Location
Public Works, 2123 Market St Baytown, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
26-00043
Department
PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Opening Date
01/09/2026
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Specialist to join our team and ensure the smooth flow of traffic in construction and maintenance zones. The ideal candidate will have experience in traffic management, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and excellent communication skills. This role involves setting up trafficcontrol devices, directing traffic, and coordinating with team members to maintain a safe environment for workers and the public. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about public safety, we encourage you to Fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control signals, signs, barricades, and pavement markings. On call periodically for emergency needs related to traffic control.
Duties
Installs and replaces signage, including street markers, traffic control and information signs.
Sets out work zones for job sites in accordance with the TMUTCD and MUTCD. Programs and deploys traffic counters, changeable message boards and radar trailers as necessary.
Receives and stocks traffic control device materials and supplies. Maintains signs, barricades and traffic control signals; takes inventory; straightens and replaces devices at various locations.
Paints or applies traffic control markings on streets, parking lots, and curbs using rollers, stencils, heat gun, or small paint machine.
Installs, repairs, and maintains traffic control signals, beacons, and safety lighting at various locations.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to service trucks. Cleans and maintains traffic control shop building and grounds.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).
Valid State of Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position.
Complete Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Entry Level
- Ability to pass all pre-employment qualifications.
Level I
Level II
Level III
Eighteen months experience.
Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
Level IV
Two plus year's experience.
Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.
Medical
United Healthcare
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
$50 co-pay (general visit)
RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
FREE virtual visits
Dental
Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
Vision
Superior Vision
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance
Holistic Health & Wellness
Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.
SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices
Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System:
7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
5 year vesting
Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
MissionSquare 457 and 457 Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation
Disability Insurance
Equitable:
Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability
Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
Training and Tuition Assistance
The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave
10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
15 days sick leave per year
Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
15 days Paid Parental Leave
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: baytownlife.com
01
What is your highest level of education?
02
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)
03
How many years of directly related experience do you currently have?
Less than 1 year
1 -3 years
3 - 5 years
5 + years
No experience
04
This position requires you to complete the Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months of date in position. Please initial that you and read and understand this is a requirement for this position.
Required Question
Employer
City of Baytown
Address
2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520
Phone
281-420-6520
Website
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email
Traffic Control Specialist
Print (
Apply
Traffic Control Specialist
Salary
$18.16 - $26.96 Hourly
Location
Public Works, 2123 Market St Baytown, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
26-00043
Department
PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Opening Date
01/09/2026
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Specialist to join our team and ensure the smooth flow of traffic in construction and maintenance zones. The ideal candidate will have experience in traffic management, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and excellent communication skills. This role involves setting up trafficcontrol devices, directing traffic, and coordinating with team members to maintain a safe environment for workers and the public. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about public safety, we encourage you to Fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control signals, signs, barricades, and pavement markings. On call periodically for emergency needs related to traffic control.
Duties
Installs and replaces signage, including street markers, traffic control and information signs.
Sets out work zones for job sites in accordance with the TMUTCD and MUTCD. Programs and deploys traffic counters, changeable message boards and radar trailers as necessary.
Receives and stocks traffic control device materials and supplies. Maintains signs, barricades and traffic control signals; takes inventory; straightens and replaces devices at various locations.
Paints or applies traffic control markings on streets, parking lots, and curbs using rollers, stencils, heat gun, or small paint machine.
Installs, repairs, and maintains traffic control signals, beacons, and safety lighting at various locations.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to service trucks. Cleans and maintains traffic control shop building and grounds.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).
Valid State of Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position.
Complete Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Entry Level
- Ability to pass all pre-employment qualifications.
Level I
Level II
Level III
Eighteen months experience.
Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
Level IV
Two plus year's experience.
Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards).
Complete two of the additional required TEEX courses (40 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses.
Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.
Medical
United Healthcare
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
$50 co-pay (general visit)
RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
FREE virtual visits
Dental
Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
Vision
Superior Vision
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance
Holistic Health & Wellness
Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.
SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices
Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System:
7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
5 year vesting
Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
MissionSquare 457 and 457 Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation
Disability Insurance
Equitable:
Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability
Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
Training and Tuition Assistance
The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave
10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
15 days sick leave per year
Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
15 days Paid Parental Leave
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: baytownlife.com
01
What is your highest level of education?
02
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)
03
How many years of directly related experience do you currently have?
Less than 1 year
1 -3 years
3 - 5 years
5 + years
No experience
04
This position requires you to complete the Work Zone Safety Training from TEEX or IMSA within 12 months of date in position. Please initial that you and read and understand this is a requirement for this position.
Required Question
Employer
City of Baytown
Address
2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520
Phone
281-420-6520
Website
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email
