Traffic Control Inspector Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $68,448.87 - $83,420.59 Annually
Location : Visalia, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 27-039800
Department: Resource Management Agency
Opening Date: 08/01/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
ASSISTANT TRAFFIC CONTROL SUPERINTENDENT
One current vacancy with the Resource Management Agency (RMA) located in Visalia. This recruitment will also establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
This position is responsible to plan and supervise the work of a crew doing installation and maintenance of road marking and traffic controls signs. Responsibilities will also include the direct and indirect supervision of sign maintenance personnel.
The work schedule for this position is: Summer Hours- 4/10's and Winter Hours: 5/8's
All applications and supplemental questionnaires (if applicable) will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and must be fully completed to be considered. Resumes do not replace the information required. Applications or supplemental questionnaires that state refer to resume, lack clear employment information, or do not provide sufficient detail to evaluate minimum qualifications, will not be considered. Missing information cannot be assumed.
Typical Duties

• Schedule sign shop crew to fulfill work orders; establish priorities, order materials and plan production of new signs.
• Perform regular inspection, countywide, of existing signs and traffic symbols.
• Maintain a replacement or repair schedule.
• Inspect for reported damages and replace or repair signs and markings.
• Supervise crew members in replacement of posts, mountings, and making measurements for center lines, crosswalks, school zones and other traffic markings.

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Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education/Experience:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12TH) grade and four (4) years of experience making, installing and maintaining road marking and traffic control signs, preferably including one (1) year leading or supervising a crew.

Knowledge of:

• State Traffic and Maintenance regulations pertaining to installation of traffic and other devices.
• Sign construction materials, methods of fabrication, installation and repair
• County safety regulations and work practices.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Schedule shop time and make assignments to sign crews.
• Supervise shop and installation work; read, understand and interpret Traffic and Maintenance Manuals
• Identify safety hazards.

License or Certificate

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Skill/Ability to: Prepare and operate a sign manufacturing machine, sketch a simple diagram. and interview job applicants.
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Additional Information
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Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act: This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Career Incentive Pay
Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.
Years of Service
% Increase
Total
5
3%
3%
10
2%
5%
15
3%
8%
20
2%
10%
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
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The supplemental application form is an EXAMINATION. The supplemental application form will be used to select the most highly qualified candidates who will then advance to the next step in the selection process. All candidates are required to complete the questions at the end of the application. The supplemental application questions will be used to select the most highly qualified candidates who will then advance to the next step in the selection process. The questions that follow will be used to evaluate the extent to which a candidate has demonstrated and applied the knowledge, skills and abilities critical to successful performance for this position. You must respond to all required questions to be considered for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires (if applicable) will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and must be fully completed to be considered. Resumes do not replace the information required. Applications or supplemental questionnaires that state refer to resume, lack clear employment information, or do not provide sufficient detail to evaluate minimum qualifications, will not be considered. Missing information cannot be assumed. FiRST QUESTION: Please describe your work experience, including job titles/duties, that demonstrates your job knowledge in the following areas: Roadway Striping, application of pavement markings, sign installation, signal maintenance, and sign fabrication.
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What is the CAMUTCD and how it is used? Give an example of a time you have referred to this document to assist you in accomplishing an assigned task or project.
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Have you acted as a project manager or crew supervisor on a striping and/or pavement marking project that required following plans, schematics, blueprints, or manuals? Give an example.
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Have you acted as a project manager or crew supervisor on a traffic signing project that required revising existing signing, installing new signing, marking USA for underground utilities, and/or installing solar-powered LEDs or other safety enhancements? Give an example.
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Have you created a Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Plan for a project and managed traffic control during the completion of a project? Give an example.
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Do you have the skill to maintain records? Describe your experience keeping records such as logbooks, equipment maintenance logs, materials inventory, creating diagrams, keeping computerized records, taking, downloading, and filing digital photography.
Required Question