What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRAFFIC SERVICE WORKER position at Prince George's County (MD)?
Nature and Variety of Work
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The Prince George's CountyDepartmentof Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T)is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill aTraffic Service Worker(Traffic Service Worker 2A), grade A10 in theConcrete Crewdivision.
About the Position
This position is responsible for performing supervisory level engineering management to the implementation of the County's Capital Improvement Program for Roadways and Bridges. Specific tasks include the development and review of project resumes, negotiation of architectural / engineering (A / E) consultant services, direction of design services, detailed plan review, utility relocations and, as appropriate, inspection of work. A significant portion of time is devoted to the direct supervision of consultant engineering personnel engaged on the projects.
About the Agency
The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs / gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T's workforce keeps the County's various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.
Examples of Work
- Performs entry-level routine and less complex work assignments in the fabrication, installation and maintenance of traffic control signs and equipment.
- Operates automotive, mechanical, hydraulic and other equipment in order to install maintain traffic control signage and communications equipment.
- Performs preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance of pavement markings and traffic control signage such as roadway and street signs, VMS boards, Spans and Cantilever signs and structures, Speed Trailers, Arrow Boards, and other traffic control devices.
- Prepares daily activity reports and maintains appropriate records.
- Responds to on call emergency service calls and / or Special events on a 24-hour basis.
- Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
Qualifications
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledges, skills and abilities may also be accepted.
EACH APPLICANTION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Preferred Qualifications :
Additional Information
Job Location : Forestville, MD
Conditions of Employment : Upon selection, the candidate must :
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work : Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website atdhs.gov / E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS : If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and / or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerCommitted to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
