TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Traffic Control Technician

This is the first of two levels in the Traffic Control series. Incumbents install, and maintain traffic control devices. Responsibilities may include installing, repairing and replacing traffic signs; maintaining and installing pavement markings; programming, and repairing or replacing school zone flasher beacons; installing and monitoring traffic counters; collecting and analyzing traffic data; recommending the installation or modification of traffic control devices; and maintaining records of work activities.

Examples of duties include :

• Installs, maintains, repairs, constructs, tests, programs, and sets a variety of traffic signal and control equipment which may include pavement markings, school zone flashers, traffic counters, and / or related traffic control devices.
• Collects and analyzes traffic data; makes recommendations based on findings.
• Prepares, processes, and maintains various forms, work orders, operational records, traffic data, and / or other related documents and information.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

This position does not require supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements include :

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge :

Skills :

Physical requirements include :

Work environment includes :

An employee in this position will be supplied with a uniform, provided by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. The employee is responsible for abiding by the Police Jury's Uniform Agreement.