Traffic Signal Systems Field Technician

Torrey Holistics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Employee benefits

Job summary

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is seeking a Traffic Signal Systems Field Technician to install, wire, and align signal heads, cabinets, and detectors at new intersections in the Austin area.

You will read engineered plans, lay out riser diagrams, and assemble poles and brackets while ensuring accurate wiring, testing, and compliance with safety standards. The role involves outdoor, physical work and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years in traffic signal installation, electrical work, or related construction trades.
• Ability to read construction drawings, electrical schematics, and riser diagrams.
• Familiarity with MUTCD, OSHA, and TxDOT traffic signal standards (preferred).
• Comfort operating bucket trucks and aerial lifts; basic rigging experience.
• Hands-on with hand/power tools and electrical test equipment.
• Detail-oriented; steady working at heights.
• Uncompromising commitment to PPE, aerial safety, and electrical hazard prevention.
• Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record for operating company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineered plans, intersection layouts, riser diagrams, and overhead signal drawings before installation begins.
• Install and terminate traffic signal heads, pedestrian push buttons, and various detection devices to match project specifications.
• Pull, route, and splice overhead and underground conductors through conduit, following color codes and proper terminations.
• Assemble and set poles, mast arms, and brackets, applying correct hardware, torque values, and rigging methods.
• Configure and integrate detection systems, controllers, cabinets, and battery backup units for uninterrupted operations.
• Operate bucket trucks and aerial lifts to position signals precisely for orientation and visibility.
• Use multimeters and diagnostic tools to conduct voltage, continuity, and signal testing.
• Comply with MUTCD, OSHA, and company safety rules for aerial work, electrical safety, and traffic control.
• Keep cabinet, pole, and junction box wiring orderly, labeled, and accessible.
• Document installations, inspections, and adjustments in logs or digital platforms.
• Immediately escalate layout variances, materials needs, or safety hazards to the Foreman or Leadman.
• Provide traffic control and flagging as needed to protect crews, equipment, and motorists.
• Pitch in on other tasks as assigned to help the team deliver safely and on time.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Rigging basics

Bucket truck operation

Tool proficiency

Height safety

PPE compliance

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Multimeters

Electrical test equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Keep Austin Moving as a Traffic Signal Systems Field TechnicianPicture this: sunrise over Austin, Texas. You meet the crew, review the day’s intersection layouts, and head out in a bucket truck to bring a new signalized intersection online. By afternoon you’ve wired cabinets, oriented signal heads for perfect visibility, and verified detection is firing exactly as designed—all while keeping your team and the traveling public safe. If that sounds like your kind of day, you’ll feel right at home here.What You'll DoInterpret engineered plans, intersection layouts, riser diagrams, and overhead signal drawings before installation begins.Install and terminate traffic signal heads, pedestrian push buttons, and various detection devices to match project specifications.Pull, route, and splice overhead and underground conductors through conduit, following color codes and proper terminations.Assemble and set poles, mast arms, and brackets, applying correct hardware, torque values, and rigging methods.Configure and integrate detection systems, controllers, cabinets, and battery backup units for uninterrupted operations.Operate bucket trucks and aerial lifts to position signals precisely for orientation and visibility.Use multimeters and diagnostic tools to conduct voltage, continuity, and signal testing.Comply with MUTCD, OSHA, and company safety rules for aerial work, electrical safety, and traffic control.Keep cabinet, pole, and junction box wiring orderly, labeled, and accessible.Support staging, inventory, and loading/unloading of poles, arms, cabinets, and related materials.Document installations, inspections, and adjustments in logs or digital platforms.Immediately escalate layout variances, materials needs, or safety hazards to the Foreman or Leadman.Provide traffic control and flagging as needed to protect crews, equipment, and motorists.Pitch in on other tasks as assigned to help the team deliver safely and on time.What You Bring1–5 years in traffic signal installation, electrical work, or related construction trades.Ability to read construction drawings, electrical schematics, and riser diagrams.Familiarity with MUTCD, OSHA, and TxDOT traffic signal standards (preferred).Comfort operating bucket trucks and aerial lifts; basic rigging experience.Hands-on with hand/power tools and electrical test equipment.Detail-oriented; steady working at heights.Uncompromising commitment to PPE, aerial safety, and electrical hazard prevention.Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record for operating company vehicles.Sign-On BonusJoin us and qualify for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The bonus is subject to applicable taxes and withholdings. Eligibility, payment schedule, any continued-employment conditions, and potential repayment obligations are defined in the Company’s Sign-On Bonus Agreement. To receive the bonus, candidates must meet all eligibility criteria and execute the applicable agreement.Physical Demands & Work EnvironmentOutdoor work year-round in heat, cold, rain, and other challenging conditions. Standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods is routine. Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; occasionally up to 100 lbs. with assistance when handling poles, mast arms, equipment, and materials. Expect exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and work at heights using bucket trucks or aerial lifts.Benefits & RewardsCompetitive medical, dental, and vision coverageVoluntary options: life, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance401(k) retirement planQuarterly bonusPaid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidaysEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resourcesTuition reimbursement and continuing education supportScholarship program for dependents of eligible employeesCompany events, community engagement opportunities, and quarterly State of the Company meetingsCore ProficienciesElectrical troubleshooting skillsElectrical / electronic systemsOur CommitmentE-Z Bel Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.E-Z Bel Construction, LLC participates in E-Verify, a federal system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.