r/phxjobs • u/Outside_Capital3707 • 23h ago
Hiring 🚨Mesa AZ - Traffic Control Design specialist
Traffic Control Design Specialists focus on planning and managing traffic flow in construction, maintenance, and special event zones. They develop Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) that comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other state or federal guidelines. Key responsibilities include:
Job Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)
• Designing safe and efficient work zone layouts for motorists, pedestrians, and workers
• Selecting and positioning traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, signs, and arrow panels
• Evaluating work zone impacts on traffic flow and mobility, including nighttime operations
• Applying engineering judgment to balance safety, cost, and traffic efficiency
• Coordinating with local agencies and stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective implementation
The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) offers specialized training for TCDS. Courses typically cover:
• Fundamental principles of temporary traffic control
(TTC)
• Human factors and driver behavior
• Component parts of a TTC zone
Traffic control devices and their proper use
• TTC design strategies, including positive protection and roadside design
• Legal aspects and compliance with standards
• The TCDS course is 18 hours long, available online, and recommended for traffic engineers, technicians, and consultants. Certification usually requires passing an exam.
Direct hire. Full benefits.
Rate:$30-38/hr