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Traffic Control Technician III (Sign) - Baldwin County Commission

Salary

$21.18 Hourly

Location

Bay Minette, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Highway Department - Baldwin County Commission

Division

Traffic Operations

Opening Date

05/13/2026

Closing Date

5/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

Responsible for serving as crew leader to carry out the activities of the Traffic Control sign crew. Work involves the following: physical placement of traffic signs as required throughout the county while insuring all signage meets MUTCD Standards. Placement of detours as needed. Performing complex traffic control operations.

Capturing data on all signage with County issued tablets to ensure GIS is updated. This requires general skills and knowledge to operate computers and software programs. Willing to assist other crews within the department as needed.

This position requires driving as an essential function of the position. For Baldwin County driving requirements, please see the following link: Driver Qualifications. Successful applicants must be at least 20 years old, insurable by the County's insurance carrier, pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check and will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and physical.

Essential Job Functions

Operations

• Operate sign truck to install traffic control signs including post driver and puller.
• Operate sign truck with aerial bucket to trim limbs and precisely cut brush as needed.
• May operate other equipment as deemed necessary by Supervisor.
• May operate other equipment such as the asphalt spreader, roller, paint truck or tractor.
• Perform routine manual labor on other crews as needed.
• Ensure that all signs are in proper placement by current MUTCD standards.
• Ensure that all traffic control operations meet current MUTCD standards.
• Willing to respond to call outs when deemed necessary by the Supervisor.

Equipment Maintenance

• Prior to operating equipment; perform safety and maintenance inspection of assigned equipment.
• Perform light maintenance and servicing in connection with equipment operated.
• Notify supervisor of mechanical or safety problems.
• May assist mechanic or other repairmen with mechanical repairs.

Education and Experience

* Five (5) years' experience in Traffic Control.* Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL - Class B) and be insurable by the County's insurance standards.

Other Characteristics

• Required to wear uniforms as directed by County Engineer.
• Willing to work overtime and non-standard hours as needed.
• Willing to travel for school and training.
• Assist in Disaster Recovery efforts as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skills to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers.
• Skills to complete routine forms and records.
• Basic skills to operate computers and software programs.
• Basic skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of aerial buckets and lifts.
• Moderate skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of trucks, tractors and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations.
• Knowledge of ALDOT standard drawings and how to apply these standards to real world applications.
• Knowledge of The Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and how to apply the manual to real world applications.
• Knowledge of safety rules including accident causes and prevention.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Knowledge of county policies, procedures and rules.

Physical Characteristics

• See well enough to operate equipment and motor vehicles; corrective lens acceptable.
• Hear well enough to understand oral instructions, carry on conservation with public and workers; hearing aid acceptable.
• Speak well enough to meet and converse with the public, convey instructions to others, communicate by telephone and two-way radio.
• Body movement to place traffic markings and signs, operate equipment, operate motor vehicles, handle signs and hand tools.
• Strength to lift 50 pounds, use hand tools, repair flashing signals and operate motor vehicles.
• Must be able to stand all day.

Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, citizenship or veteran status in employment. It is the intent of the Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office to guarantee equal opportunity to allow disabled employees a bias-free work environment. Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with the ADA. Recruitment and selection processes will grant equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants and will not discriminate on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request during the application, testing, and interview process.

The Baldwin County Commission offers a wide range of employee benefits, please visit the following link for more information:

Baldwin County Commission Full-Time Benefits Package

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Do you have five (5) years' experience in Traffic Control?

* Yes* No

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Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL - Class B) and be insurable by the County's insurance standards?

* Yes* No

03

Do you agree to wear uniforms as directed by County Engineer?

* Yes* No

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Are you willing to work overtime and non-standard hours as needed?

* Yes* No

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Are you willing to travel for school and training?

* Yes* No

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Are you willing to assist in Disaster Recovery efforts as needed?

* Yes* No

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