Signal Technician

Department: Traffic

Reports to: Signal Technician Supervisor

Summary: Under basic supervision, installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signals to assure proper technical functions and allow for safe and effective traffic flow across the city.

Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspects, maintains, installs, and repairs traffic signal hardware; replaces components as needed; follows all safety rules, regulations, and Public Works Department (PWD) policies for traffic control on the job site.
• Maintains and operates PWD vehicles and equipment according to Department standards.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High school diploma or GED required. One year of electrical equipment maintenance experience required.

Knowledge of:

• Procedures, equipment, and tools used for installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.
• Basic traffic control and safety procedures and regulations.

Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Following standard operating and safety procedures, and technical manuals and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

License and certification requirements: A valid Texas State Driver's License is required.

Physical demands and working environment: Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities; requires moderate physical efforts, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.