Traffic Systems Technician I or II

Do you enjoy working outdoors, away from a desk during your workday? Are you a problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting electronic and electrical systems? If so, we want to hear from you! The TxDOT El Paso District is looking for a Traffic Systems Technician. As a Traffic Systems Tech, you will be part of an elite team of technicians that maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the latest traffic systems and technologies, while building an exciting career. 

Salary Range:

Traffic Systems Technician I - A16 - $40,918 - $61,130

Traffic Systems Technician II - A18 - $$45,521 - $71,055

****The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs. 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Traffic Systems Technician I:

Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic systems, communication, illumination and/or 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.

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:

Traffic Systems Technician I

• 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 maintaining stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, products and materials are available for scheduled
  projects.
• Assists in operating, maintaining and servicing equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete
  saws, trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and/or 18-wheel calibration truck.
• Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and
  assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.
• Learns to install, maintain and replace TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cable and communication modems; monitors communication devices/systems.
• Moves/assists in the placement of barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic data collection equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  
  Traffic Systems Technician II
• Assists in designing and reviewing traffic signal, traffic data collection and illumination design projects.
• 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.
• Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, equipment, products and materials are available for scheduled projects.
• Operates, maintains and services equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws, trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and/or 18-wheel calibration truck.
• Moves/assists in the placement of barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic
  data collection equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

Traffic Systems Technician I & II: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience: 

Traffic Systems Technician I: NONE (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent.)

Traffic Systems Technician II: 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 U.S. driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A" License within 120 calendar days from the date of employment.

• Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class "A" CDL within 120 days of employment. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver 

   

Competencies:

Traffic Systems Technician I

Some knowledge of:

• Construction equipment operations.
• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system.
• Electrical construction procedures.

Proficient skill in:

• Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade.
• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.

Some skill in:

• Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.

Ability to:

• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures.

Traffic Systems Technician II

Considerable knowledge of:

• Construction equipment operations.
• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system.
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Electrical construction procedures.

Some knowledge of:

• Digital data communications and closed circuit television systems.
• Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
•  Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade.
• Using applicable electronic test equipment.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Traffic System Technician I &II:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise.
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. 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.

• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.

*Must be able to report for duty within 1 hour of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations. 

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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