Traffic Operations-Apprentice Signal Technician

City of McAllen, TX; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with 2:1 match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick and medical leave

Funeral leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Longevity pay

Job summary

City of McAllen, TX is seeking an entry-level technician for training in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals and traffic signal control systems. The position provides structured training and works under close supervision according to set procedures.

You'll learn to identify and fix solid-state, electronic, electrical, and mechanical defects in traffic signal systems while contributing to safe, efficient transportation for McAllen residents.

Responsibilities

• Begin training in installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals and traffic signal control systems.
• Learn to identify and fix solid-state, electronic, electrical, and mechanical defects in traffic signal systems.

Job description

The purpose of this position is to perform work at the beginning training level in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals and traffic signal control systems. This position involves structured training in installing and repairing solid state, electronic, electrical, and mechanical defects in traffic signal systems. This job works under close supervision according to set procedures.

About the Organization: McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits: The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to retirement (2:1 matching), health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation, sick and medical leave, funeral leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and longevity pay.