Lead Signal Technician

City of Wylie; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wylie is seeking a Lead Signal Technician to oversee daily traffic signal installation and repairs within the city. The role includes supervising staff, coordinating priorities, and ensuring signals operate as programmed while supporting roadway lighting needs.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, two years of related experience, and the ability to obtain Class A CDL, IMSA Level II, TMUTCD Work Zone Safety, bucket truck, and Pavement Marking Level I within one year.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience.
• Within one year, must obtain Class A CDL, IMSA Level II Certification, TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification, Bucket truck certification, and Pavement Marking Level I.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes, assigns and monitors traffic signal repairs for assigned staff.
• Installs, troubleshoots and repairs traffic signal equipment.
• Inspects traffic signal equipment at intersections to ensure proper operation.
• Responds to trouble calls and documents resolutions.
• Trains staff on signal repair and safety practices and procedures.
• Maintains daily work records and reports.
• Performs line locates for underground signal and lighting equipment.
• Regular and consistent attendance; on-call and overtime as required.
• Travels to monitor sites, attend meetings and training.

Skills

Traffic signal installation

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Safety procedures

Schematics reading

Education

High school diploma

IMSA Level II Certification

TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification

Bucket truck certification

Pavement Marking Level I

Tools

Bucket truck

Traffic signal equipment

Job description

Why work for the City of Wylie?

The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

How we accomplish our mission:

Leveraging the diversity of our workforce to continually think and do things differently, the City of Wylie invests in the development of our employees by providing them with a working environment that serves to enhance their personal happiness and elevate their professional goals.

Have you worked with traffic signals? If so, we have the position for you! The City of Wylie is seeking a Lead Signal Technician. The selected applicant will coordinate the daily activities and priorities of traffic signal installation and repairs for the city. Will also install, repair, and maintain traffic signals and assist with roadway lighting needs.

Supervision is provided by the Signal Supervisor.

• Prioritizes, assigns and monitors traffic signal repairs for assigned staff.
• Installs, troubleshoots and repairs traffic signal equipment.
• Inspects traffic signal equipment at operational intersections to ensure signals are operating as programmed.
• Responds to trouble calls on equipment malfunctions; identifies problem; repairs or replaces faulty equipment; documents trouble calls and problem resolution.
• Routinely patrol streets to identify traffic signals that may need repair.
• Performs routine maintenance on traffic control devices and other equipment.
• Monitors the work of external contractors and ensures contract terms and specifications are met.
• Reads and interprets schematics, blueprints, and other diagrams; such as technical manuals, NEC and MUTCD.
• Replaces parts such as load switches, relays and flashers, and documents process.
• Trains staff on signal repair and safety practices and procedures.
• Makes recommendations and carry out plans with the approval of the supervisor.
• Maintains daily work records and work orders.
• Flags traffic and erects barricades, cones, and other warning devices.
• Implements safety procedures at job sites.
• Performs manual traffic and pedestrian counts.
• Assists in roadway lighting needs when necessary.
• Performs line locates for underground traffic signal and lighting equipment as needed.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule.
• Must work on-call and overtime as required.
• Travels to monitor work sites, and to attend meetings, and training
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic control devices, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following within one year: Class “A” CDL with no restrictions except “A”, IMSA Level II Certification, TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification, Bucket truck certification, and Pavement Marking Level I.

Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Standing Sitting Walking Lifting

Carrying Pushing/Pulling Reaching Handling

Fine Dexterity Kneeling Crouching Crawling

Bending Twisting Climbing Balancing

Vision Hearing Talking Foot Controls

Digging Driving

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: On a rotating basis