Electronic Technician (Traffic Signal Maintenance)
About The Position
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in the installation, maintenance, programming, and troubleshooting of a diverse range of traffic control devices and communications equipment. This includes L.E.D. equipped signal heads, programmable traffic signal controllers, video detection systems, solar powered school flashers, battery backup units, and high-speed wireless communication devices. The role involves working under supervision in the installation and maintenance of these advanced electronic and electrical devices related to the traffic signal field. The position exercises no supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
- One (1) year of experience in electronic troubleshooting or completion of formal training program in electronics.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of electronics or electrical experience.
- International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification.
Responsibilities
- Inspects, repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, tests, and upgrades traffic signal equipment.
- Programs various types of traffic signal and control equipment.
- Performs scheduled comprehensive traffic signal preventive maintenance activities.
- Provides response maintenance for traffic signal equipment in response to malfunctions resulting from vehicle crashes, weather events, vandalism, power outages or other uncontrollable phenomena.
- Exercises technical expertise identifying equipment malfunction, developing and executing corrective measures.
- Ensures all work performed is completed and in compliance with City and industry standards.
- Documents all work performed in the field and in the shop and submits reports to supervisors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
