Salary : $40,709.00 - $73,276.00 Annually
Location : Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 08124
Department: TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
Opening Date: 06/17/2024
Closing Date: 7/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Function

The purpose of the class is to perform highly skilled traffic maintenance tasks relative to traffic signs, barriers, guardrails, pavement marking installation and equipment operation; while leading a crew in the field.
Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Considerable experience in traffic operations; Thermo-Plastic pavement markings and equipment required; Strong working knowledge of the MUTCD Manual and the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual; considerable knowledge of hand tools, carpentry, mechanics or painting.
• Candidate must have the ability to be IMSA Signs and Marking certified and do so within 1 year of hire date; work zone certified within 6 months of hire date. ? Must possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B within 180 days of employment.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Frequent contact with the general public and other city employees.
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Work conditions can be disagreeable and potentially dangerous.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

• The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
• -Health insurance
• -Dental insurance
• -Vision insurance
• -Reimbursement accounts
• Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the
  The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
• Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the
  
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
  
• The eleven paid holidays each year include:
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday
  
• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
  
• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
  
  Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
  
• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
  
  Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

01

Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

I have strong working knowledge of the MUTCD Manual and the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual.

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the options below best describes your years of experience working in traffic operations?

• Less than a year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

04

I understand if selected for this position I must obtain the IMSA Signs and Marking certification within one (1) year of hire.

• Yes
• No

05

I understand I must have VDOT approved Work Zone training certification within six (6) months of employment.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

• I currently have a CDL
• I have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment
• I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment

07

Are you willing to work a non-standard schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

09

I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

10

This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
Required Question