Traffic Signal Technician

City of Grand Prairie; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Prairie is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician to maintain and repair traffic signals, roadway lighting, and fiber optic systems, ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow. You will install and program new equipment and stay current on industry advancements while collaborating with a supportive team and the community.

Responsibilities include performing scheduled and emergency repairs, installing fiber optic and video equipment, and programming controllers.

Qualifications

• Training beyond high school; technical school or college coursework.
• 1–2 years related experience.
• Valid TX Class C Driver's License; ability to obtain TX Class A CDL within two years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair traffic signals, roadway lighting, and fiber optic systems.
• Install and program traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replace major components; program controllers.
• Troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs as needed; stay updated with industry advances.
• Train employees and ensure proper maintenance of field signals.

Education

Trade/technical training

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Join the City of Grand Prairie as a Traffic Signal Technician and play a vital role in keeping our roads safe and efficient! In this dynamic position, you'll maintain and repair traffic signals, roadway lighting, and fiber optic systems, ensuring smooth traffic flow and public safety. You'll also have the opportunity to install and program new equipment, stay current on industry advancements, and work closely with a supportive team and the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair by completing scheduled maintenance and repair; and completing emergency repairs as needed.
• Installs and maintains fiber optic equipment by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic equipment, video equipment, and systems utilizing sophisticated electronic test equipment.
• Performs signal installations and programming by installing traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replacing major components; and programming controllers.
• Ensures proper traffic signal operation by manually controlling signals for special functions like: unusual circumstances such as vehicle damage and emergency traffic control during natural disasters.
• Updates technical knowledge of current advances within the field by receiving training on all aspects of work areas including: fiber optics, new products, and how to troubleshoot and perform repairs correctly.
• Trains employees by ensuring that all new Level I employees can properly maintain and repair small problems in cabinets and change bulbs in field signals.
• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.
• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Training beyond high school. Could include some college hours, technical school, or correspondence course.
• Experience: 1-2 years of related experience.
• Licenses: Valid CDL Class A Driver's License required within first 2 years of employment.
• Certifications Required: A current valid TX Class C Driver's License is required with the ability to obtain a TX Class A Commercial Driver’s License within two years.

BENEFITS

The City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including, but not limited to the plans as defined in the Benefits Guide.