Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician

CITY OF GALVESTON•Galveston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family! Job Description SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs preventive maintenance on traffic signals, controllers, streetlights and pedestrian equipment. SHIFT SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on traffic signals, pedestrian equipment, street lights and controllers. Inspects intersections for proper signal operations; operates specialized computer programs to provide signal timing changes; ensures proper timing is restored. Replaces defective equipment, including poles and electrical systems. Performs tests on electrical and electronic equipment, including traffic signal heads, pedestrian equipment, street lights, controllers, auxiliary equipment and other systems to ensure safe operations and compatibility. Responds to equipment damage and malfunctions; replaces, repairs, modifies or installs equipment. Repairs, replaces, modifies or installs circuitry, switches, fuses, timers and cabinet parts. Performs electrical system wiring and installation. Locates conduit, cables and other underground devices to perform work. Prepares daily reports of work activities. Paints curbs and stripes lanes as needed to support the division. Installs and replaces street signs as needed to support the division. May be required to investigate issues related to other divisions as a first responder until the needed division arrives. Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
AND one year of experience in traffic signal operations
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
Traffic signal and related device equipment operations.
Traffic signal and related device equipment maintenance and repair practices and methods.
Principles and practices of general electronic and electrical maintenance, installation and troubleshooting.
Electrical and electronic hardware and software systems.
Luminary street lights.
International Municipal Signal Association Manual.
Texas Uniform Traffic Control Devices Manual
Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.
Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
Estimating time, materials and equipment for work assignments.
Operating motorized vehicles with specialized equipment.
Using power and hand tools.
Providing efficient customer service.
Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Signal Technician I certification within one year of employment.
Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on traffic signals, pedestrian equipment, street lights and controllers.
Inspects intersections for proper signal operations; operates specialized computer programs to provide signal timing changes; ensures proper timing is restored.
Replaces defective equipment, including poles and electrical systems.
Performs tests on electrical and electronic equipment, including traffic signal heads, pedestrian equipment, street lights, controllers, auxiliary equipment and other systems to ensure safe operations and compatibility.
Responds to equipment damage and malfunctions; replaces, repairs, modifies or installs equipment.
Repairs, replaces, modifies or installs circuitry, switches, fuses, timers and cabinet parts.
Performs electrical system wiring and installation.
Locates conduit, cables and other underground devices to perform work.
Prepares daily reports of work activities.
Paints curbs and stripes lanes as needed to support the division.
Installs and replaces street signs as needed to support the division.
May be required to investigate issues related to other divisions as a first responder until the needed division arrives.
Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.