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State of Indiana

Traffic Signs Supervisor

La Porte, IN · On-site

$53.22K/yr

The Traffic Signs Supervisor will oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs and roadway markings to ensure compliance with INDOT standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic ...

State of Indiana

Traffic Signs Technician

La Porte, IN · On-site

$20/hr

This position is in INDOT's LaPorte District Traffic, Signs Division. Pay Rate: This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $20.00. CDL Positions: Candidates with a current CDL and ...

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Traffic Signs Supervisor

Traffic Signs Supervisor

State of Indiana

La Porte, IN

$53.22K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

State Of Indiana rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 178 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 50 rated states

Job description

 Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation: 
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:
The Traffic Signs Supervisor will oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs and roadway markings to ensure compliance with INDOT standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).  Plan, schedule, and prioritize sign work orders based on safety needs, traffic impact, and statewide maintenance directives.  Conduct field inspections to verify sign visibility, retroreflectivity, accuracy, and structural integrity, especially after crashes, weather events, or construction activities.  Maintain accurate records of sign inventory, work orders, materials, and equipment, and report status updates through INDOT maintenance management systems.  Train and supervise crew members in safe work-zone practices, proper installation techniques, equipment operation, and adherence to INDOT safety policies.  Maintain emergency on call schedule, call outs and any other needs to assure traffic safety.  Oversee fabrication, installation, and maintenance of large guide signs, overhead panel signs, and interstate/expressway sign structures.  Coordinate inspections of panel signs to ensure proper mounting, structural stability, nighttime retroreflectivity, and compliance with MUTCD and INDOT design standards.  Manage inventory of panel sign materials such as aluminum sheets, extruded panels, overlays, and reflective sheeting.  Review and interpret engineering drawings or sign layout sheets to ensure accurate panel sign dimensions, legends, arrows, and spacing.  Use of GIS, DMO/Salesforce and Microsoft Suite.

Location:
This position is in INDOT's LaPorte District Traffic, Signs Division.

Salary Statement: 

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

CDL Positions:
Candidates with a current CDL and endorsements required by the district will earn an additional $1 per hour.  Candidates without a CDL will be given 90 days to obtain their CDL and endorsements required by the district and will then earn an additional $1 per hour.  CDL training provided onsite by certified INDOT staff.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

  • Comply with Indiana Department of Transport (INDOT)’s Safety Policy and Procedures. 
  • Assign work to units ensuring that the needed materials and equipment are available. 
  • Ensure the most effective utilization of personnel, time, and equipment for each task. 
  • Provide supervision to a unit or group of employees while explaining the purpose of the job and all the programs that affect the work.  
  • Oversee operation and maintenance ensuring that supervised employees accomplish the work orders by a scheduled finish date with minimal interruptions to the various operations. 
  • Support the Winter operations duties which include snow and ice removal. You will also help with the maintenance and troubleshooting of the District brine machines and application equipment. 
  • Assist with implementation/improvement of operational programs, procedures, and project planning. 
  • Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development. 
  • Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.  Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. 
  • Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time. 

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

  • Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation. 
  • Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
  • Specialized knowledge of highway principles, practices, methods, standards, and techniques relative to maintenance and repair of highway bridges, roads, heavy and general equipment, traffic markings etc. 
  • Considerable knowledge and experience in all phases of maintenance development. 
  • Working knowledge of OSHA, safety precautions, and regulations, compliance requirements as they relate to maintenance of bridge, traffic markings, highways, and equipment. 
  • Supervisory experience of multiple employees, minimum of one (1) year. 
  • Required to submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment. 
  • Considerable knowledge and experience in transportation operations. 
  • General knowledge of welding, repairing, and general maintenance of equipment. 
  • Ability to properly schedule employee hours and coordinate trucks and materials needed during winter operations. 
  • Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. 
  • Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets. 

A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.  

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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