TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE SUPVSR-CDOT, 2026

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE SUPVSR

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION OF SIGN MANAGEMENT

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Grade V-13, 2026 salary range $70,740-119,052 annually

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with Local 1001 of the LABORERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA (BARGAINING UNIT#54). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 9/30/2026

Under general supervision, supervises the installation of traffic control devises, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Coordinates and supervises the installation and maintenance of temporary parking restrictive

signs, and temporary barriers/barricades to control the flow of traffic/crowds on city streets. Prioritizes work orders and prepares schedules for installation crews. Monitors the locations of work crews and assigns emergency orders to crew nearest the work site. Maintains radio and phone contact with work crews, supervisors and other departments to

coordinate activities and supply deliveries. Inspects work sites to ensure the proper placement of signs and barricades and to ensure that crews work effectively and efficiently. Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of new equipment for use by installation crews. Monitors inventory levels and reorders when materials and supplies are low. Oversees and participates in the assembly and distribution of traffic/crowd control devices. Instructs employees in new installation methods and operational procedures. Reviews and maintains activity reports submitted by work crews on the installation of traffic/crowd control devices. Oversees the input and closeout of service requests regarding postings. May assist installation crews in loading and unloading traffic control equipment. Performs other related duties as required.

Location: 3458 S LAWNDALE

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 6:00AM - 2:30PM

Additional duties may be required for this position

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of experience in the installation of traffic control devices, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

* A valid State of Illinois Driver's license is required

* Some positions may be required to obtain Local 1001 Iron Barricade Certification

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Primarily a field position

* General office environment

* Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Some positions must lift and carry up to 60 pounds

* Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions

* Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time

* Ability to operate a personal computer and related equipment

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the successful completion of an online application and an initial screening process. Applicants who meet the established screening criteria may be invited to participate in one or more assessments designed to evaluate the knowledge, skills, or competencies relevant to the role. This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in SENIORITY order and according to the CBA rules. The interviewed NON-Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 9/30/2026