Signal Technician

City of Beaumont • Beaumont, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Signal Technician installs, maintains, and repairs traffic controls, communication equipment, and related support equipment. The role documents completed work, maintains records and reports, assists with parts and supply inventory, and trains less knowledgeable staff. The technician also assists with traffic control plans in work zones and performs other duties, including emergency preparation, response, and repair.

This is a 100% on-site position. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varied weather and may involve exposure to dirt, dust, grime, noise, traffic, mechanical, electrical, and gas-vapor hazards, as well as equipment and construction-site hazards. The work may take place in trenches or ditches and at heights up to 65 feet from aerial vehicles. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; extended hours may be required, including during emergencies. The position is subject to shift work and assigned callback duty.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience constructing, maintaining, and troubleshooting traffic signals and cabinets.
• Experience programming controllers and ability or experience to perform basic traffic signal timing.
• Experience operating a bucket truck and setting up traffic control.
• Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Extensive knowledge of installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signal and communication equipment, including specific knowledge of Naztec controllers.
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Skilled in using tools and equipment required for construction and maintenance of signal and electronic equipment.
• Ability to work from plans and schematics; communicate effectively orally; follow oral and written instructions; work with limited supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, employees, and the public; and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to drive vehicles assigned to the Transportation Division, including pickups, pole cats, bucket trucks, and dump trucks.
• Must pass exams that include basic signal timing, traffic signal cabinet troubleshooting, and controller programming.
• Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record; an equivalent out-of-state license is considered. Texas law requires obtaining a valid Texas driver's license within 30 days of residency.
• Applicant selected for hire is subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair traffic controls, communication equipment, and other support equipment.
• Document work performed and prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Assist in maintaining parts and supply inventory.
• Train less knowledgeable staff.
• Assist in implementing traffic control plans in work zones.
• Perform other duties as required, including emergency preparation, response, and repair.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED