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Senior Crew Leader – Traffic Supervisor – Department of Public Works (DPW)

Class 210

$75,000 - $105,000

(Onsite)

Open Until Filled

A Senior Crew Leader – Traffic Supervisor performs and leads others in the performance of specialized and skilled work related to traffic equipment. An employee in this class installs signal control equipment and performs field maintenance, installation, and replacement of traffic signals, traffic markings, and other traffic related items. This position provides guidance, assistance, and training to Traffic Workers who maintain, install, and replace traffic signals and related equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Traffic Supervisor.

About the Department:

The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing journey-level work for the routine installation, repair, and maintenance of ITS equipment, traffic signal, and streetlight devices including using heavy equipment such as an aerial truck
• Conducting routine field inspections to determine functionality of equipment and investigating complaints regarding outages and brightness levels of streetlights
• Performing preventive maintenance to the streetlight and traffic control equipment such as pulling cables and ensuring all safety requirements are met
• Reconstructing and refurbishing traffic signal equipment or defective electrical equipment, including advising management if continued inoperability of equipment could pose a safety hazard
• Perform traffic marking task, as well as traffic sign making
• Consulting with traffic operations staff or vendor representatives to identify and resolve technical problems
• Setting and removing temporary traffic control signage, cones, and barricades to safely complete installations and repairs
• Utilizing a work order system to generate reports and review performance data on traffic signals and streetlights
• Performs related work as required.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Requires seven years' experience in field work of traffic signs and signals or closely related experience.
• Considerable knowledge of computer software related to signals, sign fabrication, and office related software.
• Experience supervising skilled technicians and trainees performing field work involving the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic control equipment.
• Experience supervising and repairing electrical service, electronic controllers, and microprocessor-based equipment to the component level in the signal shop.
• Ability to inspect the wiring and operation of traffic signal control cabinets prior to field installation.
• Knowledge of programming and installing various types of traffic control cabinets for installation.
• Capability to accurately produce monthly reports on expense, man hour and truck time expenditures.
• Excellent time management for handling the logistics of materials orders and installation.
• Experience using schematic diagrams and survey results such as Miss Utility findings and right of way maps.
• Experience providing on-the-job training for the traffic signal repair and traffic marking workers, both in the shop and in the field.
• Knowledge of the public procurement process so as to acquire necessary equipment and materials and determine underground miss utility locations when Traffic Operations Technician is unavailable.
• Ability to coordinate work with Traffic Operations Technicians, contractors and other City employees to ensure that installation and repair schedules are met.
• Eagerness and creativity to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. 

Required:

• Completion of high-school or GED equivalent.
• Seven (7) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of ITS equipment or other electronic and electrical equipment;
• The following certifications:

o   VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Certification; and

o   IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I or IMSA Roadway Lighting certifications

•      Must be willing and can work out-of-doors under adverse weather conditions.

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Electronics or Electrical Science;
• Training or experience using the National Electrical Code (NEC);
• Experience using Cartegraph, asset management systems, Asset management systems, MS Office, or similar systems;
• Experience using traffic management systems; and
• IMSA Level II certification in Traffic Signal Technician, and Traffic Signs and Markings
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Hours: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Salary & Benefits: The hiring range for this role is $75,000 - $105,000, depending on qualifications. The full class plan salary range is $70,710 - $120,207. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more.  See www.fallschurchva.gov/benefits for additional information.

To Apply: The priority application date is May 8, 2026. Applications received prior to the dealine will receive priority consideration. Complete the application on ExactHire at www.fallschurchva.gov/jobs and upload your cover letter and resume. For questions please contact the City of Falls Church, Human Resources: 300 Park Ave., Suite 200W, Falls Church, VA 22046 or email hrteam@fallschurchva.gov.  

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace: The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at HRTeam@fallschurchva.gov or 703-248-5127.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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