Traffic Systems Technician I or II - Traffic Signal

Texas Department of Transportation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking entry-level and experienced Traffic Systems Technicians to assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of traffic systems. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. The role requires working in various weather conditions and responding to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Traffic Systems Technician I: No experience required.
• Traffic Systems Technician II: 1 year experience in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assists in collecting and downloading vehicle classification data.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic control and communication systems.
• Responds to complaints related to traffic signal timing.

Skills

Operation of construction equipment

Electrical construction procedures

Knowledge of database management systems

Proper use and maintenance of tools

Safe operation of equipment

Education

High School Diploma 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. Contact with governmental and private entities may be necessary. Employees at this level follow specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by a 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 compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting, and repairing electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and illumination systems.
• Assists in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
• Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems related to traffic signal timing and congestion, and helps develop long-term solutions.

Traffic Systems Technician II:

Performs routine work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting, 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. Contact with governmental and private entities may be necessary. Employees at this level follow standard practices without requiring frequent supervision.

Essential Duties (additional to Technician I):

• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves issues with new site characteristics.
• Inspects construction methods, workmanship, and maintenance procedures to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Installs, maintains, and replaces equipment such as TV cameras, LED and fiber optic signs, and communication devices; monitors systems; moves related equipment as needed.
• Performs tasks similar to Technician I regarding electronic traffic control, communication, data collection, and illumination systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Traffic Systems Technician I: None required.
• Traffic Systems Technician II: At least 1 year of experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical installation, electromechanical systems, traffic management, transportation engineering, or related maintenance (full-time or prorated part-time).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license; position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate.
• Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or equivalent within 120 days of employment.

Core Competencies:

Traffic Systems Technician I:

• Operation of construction equipment
• Electrical construction procedures
• Knowledge of database management systems and related technologies
• Proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment
• Safe operation of equipment

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

• Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment physical required due to physical demands.
• Drug testing required prior to employment and randomly thereafter; note regulations regarding medical marijuana.
• Work on weekends, holidays, and outside regular hours.
• Work under various weather conditions.
• Wear and comply with safety equipment and protocols.
• Must be able to respond within 60 minutes for emergency duties, available 24/7.