Traffic Signal Technician I

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a Signal Specialist I to maintain, diagnose, and repair traffic control equipment to ensure safe, efficient flow. You will interpret plans for new signals, install accessible pedestrian systems, and perform preventive maintenance with meters and laptops.

Expect on-call duties and the ability to respond to emergencies within an hour. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of construction/electrical experience, Confined Space Certification, and Texas

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of construction and electrical experience.
• Current Confined Space Certification.
• Valid Texas Class C License and obtain class A CDL within 6 months.
• Must obtain IMSA Level 1 Field within one year.

Responsibilities

• Respond to trouble calls on signalized traffic control devices and repair electronic/electrical circuits.
• Perform maintenance on traffic controllers, fiber connections, and related systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings/plans for new/modified signals and accessibility features.
• Conduct preventative maintenance using meters and laptops to verify operation and adjust timing.
• Liaise with emergency response operations and be available 24/7 for callouts.

Skills

Electrical theory

TxDOT safety rules

TMUTCD knowledge

IMSA guidelines

Test equipment usage

Troubleshooting

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year construction/electrical experience

Confined Space Certification

Texas Class C License

IMSA Level 1 Field within 1 year

Tools

Ohm meter

Voltmeter

CarteGraph software

Electrical test equipment

Job description

City of Arlington is seeking a Signal Specialist I to maintain, diagnose, and repair traffic control equipment to ensure safe, efficient flow. You will interpret plans for new signals, install accessible pedestrian systems, and perform preventive maintenance with meters and laptops.

Expect on-call duties and the ability to respond to emergencies within an hour. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of construction/electrical experience, Confined Space Certification, and Texas