Sign & Signal Field Technician
About The Position
Performs tasks related to the creation of streets signs and graph designs for traffic and directional signs. Installs, maintains or repairs traffic signs and signal systems and fixtures. Utilizes various software to design and create street signs and traffic and directional signs. Repairs and maintains departmental street signs, and regulatory traffic signs and pavement markings. Operates equipment to create, transport, and install signs, i.e., forklifts, buckets. Troubleshoots, adjusts, and corrects signal detection systems and programs detection systems linked signals under the city’s control. Installs traffic data collection devices. Collects data and generates reports to determine proper speed limits, sign and signal placements and other traffic improvements. Installs signs and markings per TMUTCD standards that are required for the transportation system. Repairs and maintains traffic signal equipment i.e. controllers, signal heads, etc. Install traffic signal controllers, signal heads, cameras, etc. Coordinates with GISD to maintain school flashers and timing schedules for school zones. Works closely with IT to help diagnose fiber connection issues regarding city-maintained signals. Maintains electric lines from the service to the signals and the luminaire attached to the signalized intersection. Maintains ESRI GIS based street sign inventory. Assist during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience in sign maintenance, sign repair, creation, printing and modification or related experience.
- One (1) year of the required experience must have included operating heavy equipment.
- Completion of a technical school program in electronics may substitute for one (1) year of required experience.
- Knowledge of Traffic progression and coordinated signal timing.
- Knowledge of Current maintenance of signals, signal cameras and controllers.
- Knowledge of Specialized computers, scanners, software, plotters, silk screening equipment and engravers.
- Knowledge of Basic sign maintenance and repair.
- Knowledge of Safety practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of Safety pertaining to Working within the ROW (in the road or on the shoulder)
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
- Knowledge of City practice, policy and procedures.
- Knowledge of Right of Way construction or maintenance.
- Skill in Performing work tasks with minimum supervision.
- Skill in Communicating effective, both orally and in writing.
- Skill in Handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in Planning and organizing work.
- Skill in Using computers and related software.
- Skill in Performing mathematical calculations for accurate measurements.
- Skill in Mixing paint or inks to maximize the capabilities of sign-making computers.
- Skill in Operating bucket trucks, forklifts, auger lift, and other required equipment.
- Skill in Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required.
- Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.
Nice To Haves
- Class B Commercial Texas driver’s license & tanker endorsement within one (1) year of hire.
- Must complete IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.
- Must complete IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.
- Must complete IMSA Traffic Signs & Pavement Marking Technician I certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Utilizes various software to design and create street signs and traffic and directional signs.
- Repairs and maintains departmental street signs, and regulatory traffic signs and pavement markings.
- Operates equipment to create, transport, and install signs, i.e., forklifts, buckets.
- Troubleshoots, adjusts, and corrects signal detection systems and programs detection systems linked signals under the city’s control.
- Installs traffic data collection devices.
- Collects data and generates reports to determine proper speed limits, sign and signal placements and other traffic improvements.
- Installs signs and markings per TMUTCD standards that are required for the transportation system.
- Repairs and maintains traffic signal equipment i.e. controllers, signal heads, etc.
- Install traffic signal controllers, signal heads, cameras, etc.
- Coordinates with GISD to maintain school flashers and timing schedules for school zones.
- Works closely with IT to help diagnose fiber connection issues regarding city-maintained signals.
- Maintains electric lines from the service to the signals and the luminaire attached to the signalized intersection.
- Maintains ESRI GIS based street sign inventory.
- Assist during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
