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City of Baytown

Traffic Control Specialist

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A Transportation Traffic Controller monitors vehicle movement at airports, seaports, rail yards and stations, and large distribution centers. Monitors the takeoff and landing routes and schedules for airplanes at a commercial airport or military airbase. Coordinates the movement of large merchant vessels or cruise ships in and out of port.

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Job Description

Job Summary 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 traffic control 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 Six months experience. Pass entry-level test and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards). Complete one of the required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses. Level II One year experience. Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards). Complete one of the additional required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses. 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? High School Diploma/GED Associates' Degree Bachelors' Degree Masters' Degree or Higher None of the above 02 Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days) Yes No 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 Job Description 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 traffic control 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 Six months experience. Pass entry-level test and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards). Complete one of the required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses. Level II One year experience. Pass all previous levels tests and or qualifications (refer to the Manual of Verification Standards). Complete one of the additional required TEEX courses (20 hours) needed for TCEQ Licenses. 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? High School Diploma/GED Associates' Degree Bachelors' Degree Masters' Degree or Higher None of the above 02 Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days) Yes No 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