District Sign Technician I or II - Tyler Maintenance

Texas Department of Transportation; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking District Sign Technicians I or II for their Tyler Maintenance Office. This role involves installing and maintaining traffic signs and working within a team to improve road safety. Great opportunities for career growth and benefits await at TxDOT.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required for driving a state vehicle.
• Class A CDL obtained within 120 days from employment required for Sign Tech II.
• Must operate in varied environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators.
• Maintain inventory and records of signs and materials.
• Participate in emergency situations as needed.

Skills

Installing and repairing signs

Using applicable hand and power tools

Maintaining a safe working environment

Communication

Education

No experience required (District Sign Tech I)

1 YEAR of related work experience (District Sign Tech II)

Tools

Boom truck

Sign truck

Job description

District Sign Technician I or II - Tyler Maintenance

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District Sign Technician I: Performs entry-level transportation-related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records of signs and materials and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and standard practices and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

District Sign Technician II: Performs skilled transportation-related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for a District Sign Tech I include:

• Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
• Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs. ]
• Performs and maintains inventory of signs. - Performs preventative maintenance on sign truck.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations and delineators in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other departmental guidance.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
  
  

District Sign Tech II include those duties listed above, and:

• Conducts nighttime luminaire inspections to ensure reflectivity of signs, delineators, stripping, and retroreflective pavement markers (RPMs) -
• Assists transportation maintenance crew with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Inspects roadways to identify sign and delineator deficiencies and recommend repairs.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

District Sign Tech I: No experience or education required.

District Sign Tech II: *1 YEAR Sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial Driver’s License

Competencies:

• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Traffic Control Standard Sheets
• The Sign Crew Field Book
• The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices
• Installing and repairing signs
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Communicate effectively
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
  
  

Position Information

TxDOT’s Tyler District is looking for a District Sign Technician I or II in the Tyler Maintenance Office. Join TxDOT and build a career as big as TEXAS! At TxDOT in theTyler District, we have three core values: Improve our safety, Value our employees, and Preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life.

Salary Range:

District Sign Technician I (A16): $40,918 - $61,130

District Sign Technician (A17): $42,976 - $64,469

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits And Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
  
  

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

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Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Jun 17, 2025, 2:06:41 PM

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec I/II

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

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• Seniority level

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  Government Administration

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