Traffic Safety Technician

City of Pharr•Pharr, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pharr is hiring a full-time, onsite Traffic Safety Technician in Pharr, Texas. The role maintains and improves roadway safety by troubleshooting and inspecting traffic control devices, repairing and replacing signs, striping pavement markings, and performing minor maintenance on electronic traffic signal equipment. The technician assists with installing traffic signal devices and performing minor electrical work, and may carry out other duties to support traffic safety. Applicants must pass a thorough criminal background check because of the sensitivity of information handled by the position.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Texas Municipal Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety precautions.
Knowledge of electrical systems.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of street marking machines and equipment.
Knowledge of circuit boards, processor chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Skills in general traffic control maintenance.
Must pass a thorough criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot malfunctions in traffic signals.
Conduct systematic inspections of traffic control devices and ensure they operate optimally.
Repair, clean, and replace traffic control signs.
Stripe pavement markings.
Perform minor repairs and maintenance on electronic traffic signal devices, including replacing bulbs and lubricating components.
Set points and timing for traffic signal control boxes.
Assist with installation of traffic signal devices.
Perform minor electrical work.
Carry out other duties as assigned to uphold traffic safety standards.