Technician II, Traffic Control (Traffic Control Supervisor)

Job Summary The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Traffic Control Supervisor to join our Streets department. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $29.33-$36.06 per hour with opportunities for overtime which is paid at time and half (that’s up to $54.09 for overtime!). The position also includes the City of Fort Collins exceptional benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, access to our on-site gyms, and access to our free, onsite clinic to name a few). This position also offers opportunities for growth. The Traffic Control Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians through and around construction and maintenance zones. This position involves setting up, maintaining, and removing traffic control devices in accordance with MUTCD and City standards, while protecting both the public and work crews from potential hazards. The role combines hands-on fieldwork with technical responsibilities, including designing detailed traffic control plans using software such as RapidPlan and CorelDRAW, interpreting construction blueprints, and identifying underground utilities. In addition, this position provides leadership by supervising flaggers, coordinating with city departments and subcontractors, assisting with training and certification, and stepping in for the Crew Chief when needed, all while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining strong communication with the public and team members. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. Perform safe and orderly traffic control duties within the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards and the City of Fort Collins handbook. Performs unskilled and skilled manual labor, and semi-skilled work in the operation of tools, automotive, and specialized equipment involved in planning and implementing traffic control around street construction, maintenance and repair sites. Protect yourself and the public from road construction and maintenance dangers. Protect the work crew from dangers presented by the traveling public. Ensure that traffic proceeds smoothly and in a timely fashion through the work zone. Assist with towing operations. Perform site checks to ensure the safety of the traveling public. Set-up and break-down all traffic control devices in work zones. Designing and drafting highly detail layout traffic control plans in Rapid Plan/ CoralDraw for the construction of projects within the city departments Knowledge of the city’s standard drawing for public works construction and thorough understanding of utility and partial maps are mandatory. Keep other supervisors informed of daily tasks and responsibilities. Answer citizen questions and/or direct them to the right person. Understand and carry-out the Department’s safety and uniform policies. Maintain accident/incident reports and point out safety problems or deficiencies. Assist in snow removal. Places, removes, and repairs temporary and permanent traffic control devices. The ability to read and interpret complex and detailed construction blueprints. Identify existing underground utilities, monuments property markers. Comprehend utility, parcel and surveying maps and recommend alternative layout options as per current field conditions. Fielding notes must be highly accurate and clearly understandable. Maintain and stock traffic control truck and trailer daily. Communication with other city departments on upcoming projects and or emergency set ups. Supervises Flaggers in work zones. Could oversee seasonal positions. Oversee the Traffic Control group while the Crew Chief is away. Works closely with sub-contractors. Will assist Crew Chief in all training including in-house flagger certification through the State of Colorado. Oversees performance management of Flagger staff Attends meetings in Crew Chief’s absence Management Responsibilities Yes