City of Midland, TX
Salary :
$39,305.00 Annually Location :
TX, TX Job Type:
Full-time Department:
Engineering Services Division:
Traffic Operations Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Scope of Work Help keep Midland safe and moving! As a member of the Traffic Operations team, you'll support the flow of traffic throughout the city by assisting with the installation, repair, and maintenance of essential traffic control devices-from road signs and street markings to barricades and lane dividers. Whether you're painting curb lines, fabricating signs, or setting up safe work zones, your work plays a direct role in public safety and everyday travel. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn on the job, this position offers a great opportunity to build your career while serving the community. No experience required-just a willingness to roll up your sleeves and make an impact.
Essential Job Duties
Performs pre-trip/post-trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools. Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition. Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order. Performs any related duties needed to complete projects. Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders. Paints lane lines on the streets and thoroughfares. Paints designated curbs. Installs and maintains thermoplastic roadway markings and signage throughout the city. Installs and maintains lane marking devices and barricades. Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control. Fulfill on-call duties as required and outlined on Traffic Operations on-call roster. Assists with the maintenance of Traffic Operations building and grounds. Assists other City divisions and departments as needed. Trims trees in order to clear sign obstructions. Fabricates Signs Attends monthly safety meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and be exposed to potentially hazardous equipment and traffic. Employee will be exposed to work zones consisting of high-volume vehicular traffic. Employee must be able to lift working materials.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Education & Work Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent No experience necessary Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions Ability to perform physical labor Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Class C Texas driver's license Competencies:
Adaptability/Flexibility Communication Customer Service Dependability Personal Organization Productivity Teamwork Monday through Friday; 8 Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.
$39,305.00 Annually Location :
TX, TX Job Type:
Full-time Department:
Engineering Services Division:
Traffic Operations Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Scope of Work Help keep Midland safe and moving! As a member of the Traffic Operations team, you'll support the flow of traffic throughout the city by assisting with the installation, repair, and maintenance of essential traffic control devices-from road signs and street markings to barricades and lane dividers. Whether you're painting curb lines, fabricating signs, or setting up safe work zones, your work plays a direct role in public safety and everyday travel. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn on the job, this position offers a great opportunity to build your career while serving the community. No experience required-just a willingness to roll up your sleeves and make an impact.
Essential Job Duties
Performs pre-trip/post-trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools. Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition. Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order. Performs any related duties needed to complete projects. Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders. Paints lane lines on the streets and thoroughfares. Paints designated curbs. Installs and maintains thermoplastic roadway markings and signage throughout the city. Installs and maintains lane marking devices and barricades. Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control. Fulfill on-call duties as required and outlined on Traffic Operations on-call roster. Assists with the maintenance of Traffic Operations building and grounds. Assists other City divisions and departments as needed. Trims trees in order to clear sign obstructions. Fabricates Signs Attends monthly safety meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and be exposed to potentially hazardous equipment and traffic. Employee will be exposed to work zones consisting of high-volume vehicular traffic. Employee must be able to lift working materials.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Education & Work Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent No experience necessary Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions Ability to perform physical labor Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Class C Texas driver's license Competencies:
Adaptability/Flexibility Communication Customer Service Dependability Personal Organization Productivity Teamwork Monday through Friday; 8 Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.