Traffic Systems Technician I or II - Traffic Signal

Texas Department of Transportation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Traffic Systems Technician I for entry-level positions involving maintenance and installation of traffic systems. You will work in various conditions, assisting with inspections, data collection, and maintenance tasks. This role requires a strong commitment to safety standards and responsiveness to traffic-related issues.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Entry-level; no required experience for Technician I.
• 1-year experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting for Technician II.
• Valid driver’s license required; Safety Impact Certificate mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain traffic systems and communication devices.
• Collect data and assist in inspections; troubleshooting of systems.
• Respond to traffic signal complaints and develop solutions.

Skills

Construction equipment operations

Electrical construction procedures

Using, maintaining and repairing tools

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Traffic Systems Technician I:

Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic systems, communication, illumination and data collection devices/systems. Work may be performed in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work may require contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in collecting and downloading vehicle classification and Weight-In-Motion (WIM) data.
• Assists in inspecting construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install
  and maintain traffic-related systems/equipment in accordance with plans and specifications and contract requirements.
• Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and/or repair of
  electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and/or illumination systems.
• Assists in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and software pertaining to traffic systems, Intelligent
  Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
• Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and
  assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.

Traffic Systems Technician II:

Performs [routine] work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance and [programming] of
traffic systems, communication, illumination and data collection devices/systems. Work may be performed in heavy traffic and
may require extensive statewide travel. Work may require contact with governmental and private entities. [Employees at this
level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details].

Essential Duties (in addition to Traffic Systems Technician I duties):

• Identifies, troubleshoots and problem solves possible new site characteristics.
• Inspects construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install, maintain and
  repair traffic control/data collection related equipment or facilities in accordance with plans, specifications and contract
  requirements.
• Installs, maintains and replaces TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cables; monitors communication
  devices/systems; as required moves related equipment/items
• Installs, maintains, modifies, adjusts, tests, troubleshoots, inspects and/or repairs electronic traffic control,
  communication, traffic data collection and/or illumination systems.
• Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation
  Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Traffic Systems Technician I Experience: NONE

Traffic Systems Technician II Experience: 1 YEAR Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management,transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate
• Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A" License, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Competencies:

Traffic Systems Technician I:

• Construction equipment operations
• Electrical construction procedures
• Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related
  technologies
• Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade
• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment

Traffic Systems Technician II (in addition to Traffic Systems Technician I):

• Construction equipment operations
• Electrical construction procedures
• Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related
  technologies
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to report to work.
  • Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.