Traffic Management Systems Specialist I & II - Traffic Safety Division

Texas Department of Transportation; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems Specialist to perform statewide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ITS, traffic signals, and roadway lighting systems. The role involves coordinating with districts, IT staff, and partners; occasional travel and heavy traffic work are required.

You will support emergency operations, analyze complex schematics, and provide technical guidance to regional teams.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
• Experience: Regional Traffic Management System Analyst I: 2 years of experience in construction, electrical construction installation, traffic management, transportation engineering, systems analysis, design, computer programming or related experience.
• Experience: Regional Traffic Management System Analyst II: 4 years of experience in construction, electrical construction installation, traffic management, transportation engineering, systems analysis, design, computer programming or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades ITS hardware and software (DMS, CCTV, DSRC, RSE) statewide.
• Installs and maintains traffic signals, inter-connectivity, controllers, and related infrastructure.
• Maintains road illumination systems and associated electrical services and foundations.
• Coordinates with district offices for traffic control, supplies and assistance; liaises with cities, counties and other entities.

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Responsible for performing specialized statewide installation, troubleshooting and repairs related to Intelligent Transportation Systems, Traffic Signal systems and illumination systems. Work involves providing assistance to districts with signal upgrades and coordination with ITD on enhancing signal connectivity. Assists with coordination of workforce for responses during emergency operations. Reports to the TRF Regional Crew Branch Manager. Works requires extensive contact and coordination with district and division. Requires statewide travel and may require frequent working in heavy traffic. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Regional Traffic Management System Specialist I

• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware and software related to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) including Dynamic Message Boards (DMS) and related appurtenances Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) infrastructure, Roadside Equipment (RSE) used in conjunction with Connected Vehicle (CV) technology, vehicle detection systems, cellular communication devices, fiber optic technology, electrical services and drilled shaft foundations
• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware and software related to traffic signals including signal inter-connectivity/networking, controller units, controller cabinets, advance and presence vehicle detection, electrical services, signal poles/mast arms, vehicle and pedestrian signal heads, pedestrian detection elements, Roadside Flashing Beacon Assemblies (RFBA), school zone signals and drilled shaft foundations.
• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware related to roadway illumination systems including roadway illumination poles, Light Emitting Diode (LED) fixtures, High Pressure Sodium (HPS) fixtures, electrical services and drilled shaft foundations.
• Operates and maintains equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, trenching machines, skid steers, cable locating instruments, electronic test equipment and/or insulation resistance testers.
• Travels to or coordinates with district to coordinate workforce and provide Traffic Management system support during emergency operations.
• Coordinates with local TxDOT district offices for traffic control, supplies, and assistance, as well as serves as a liaison with city, county and other governmental and private entities concerning traffic issues and works to establish viable solutions.
• Ensures safe work environment in compliance with safety requirements and standards and strict adherence to the National Electrical Code( NEC) and local electrical ordinances.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Regional Traffic Management System Specialist II

All of the above plus the following

• Provides technical support, guidance, and training related to intelligent transportation systems and equipment
• Analyzes and interprets complex schematics and wiring diagrams.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience

Regional Traffic Management System Analyst I: 2 years of experience in construction, electrical construction installation, traffic management, transportation engineering, systems analysis, design, computer programming or related experience.

Regional Traffic Management System Analyst II: 4 years of experience in construction, electrical construction installation, traffic management, transportation engineering, systems analysis, design, computer programming or related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related education and relevant experience may be substituted for each other on a year per basi s.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) at the time of hire. This position requires driving a state vehicle and/or heavy or light equipment.

Competencies:

Regional Traffic Management System Specialist I:

Considerable knowledge of

• Intelligent transportation and traffic management systems
• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system
• Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
• Applicable ITS related computer applications and operations
• Materials and methods used in electrical systems
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes

Proficient skill in

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
• Using applicable electronic test equipment
• Maintaining a safe working environment

Ability to

• Communicate effectively
• Read and work with color coded electrical wiring
• Work with electricity up to 600 volts

Regional Traffic Management System Specialist II:

Extensive knowledge of the competencies above, including

• Intelligent transportation and traffic management systems
• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system
• Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
• Applicable ITS related computer applications and operations
• Materials and methods used in electrical systems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• 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
• Subject to noise
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects
• Talking- expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing- perceives sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

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.

Position Information

Help Build the Future of Smart Transportation!

Are you a hands-on technical professional who enjoys working with advanced technology, solving complex problems, and making a direct impact on public safety? Join our team as an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Specialist and play a critical role in keeping transportation networks connected, efficient, and safe across the state.

As a Regional Traffic Management System Specialist, you will independently perform specialized statewide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities for advanced transportation technologies, traffic signal systems, and roadway illumination systems.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

Benefits And Perks

• 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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 30, 2026, 2:47:29 PM

State Job Title/s

Engineering Specialist IV & V

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.

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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