Traffic Signal Technician

City of Round Rock; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Round Rock seeks a Traffic Signal Technician to maintain and repair traffic signal systems and related equipment. Responsibilities include patrolling intersections, testing and installing hardware, and monitoring lighting and power outages.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with some college preferred, plus relevant field experience. Candidates should have at least 1 year of related work experience; traffic signal experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED; some college preferred.
• 1 year of experience in construction, electrical, traffic signal maintenance, or related field.
• Traffic signal experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs traffic signal field operations: patrols, checks, and repairs intersection equipment.
• Constructs, tests, and installs traffic signal hardware; monitors intersections; maintains equipment.
• Maintains roadway lighting; provides after-hours support; responds to power outages.

Job description

Under general supervision the Traffic Signal Technician position ensures the city's traffic signal systems and related devices to move traffic in a safe and efficient manner.

Posted range is the starting salary. Pay rate offered is based on experience.

• Performs traffic signal field operations by patrolling, checking, and repairing intersection equipment daily; constructs, tests, and installs traffic signal hardware; monitors intersections; performs tests and maintains intersection equipment; maintains roadway lighting systems; provides after hour support; responds and schedules repairs to system; responds to power outages.

• Handles special events by assisting with work zones and closures; monitors intersections during high traffic functions; monitors customers when using city facilities; responds to city emergencies; assists with natural disasters and street maintenance during inclement weather.

• Assists other departments by helping with tree removal or trimming; assists with aerial lighting issues; provides electrical support for construction projects' assists with signs and markings.

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Some college preferred.

• One (1) year experience in construction, electrical, traffic signal maintenance, or a closely related field.

• Traffic signal experience is preferred.

• Possession of a Class A Commercial Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Possession of I.M.S.A. Work Zone Certification or ability to obtain in 6 months, depending on when testing is available, not to exceed 12 months.
• Possession of I.M.S.A. Traffic Signal Technician Level I Certification or ability to obtain in 6 months, depending on when testing is available, not to exceed 12 months.