Traffic Signal Technician II & III

Traffic Control Devices, LLC•Dallas, TX

10d

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing technical work in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems. Performance of a variety of specialized tasks include setting up controllers, time clocks, microwave detectors, emergency vehicle detectors, mast arm, span wire and pedestrian poles, and other traffic signal equipment. Fill in for emergency call duties are required.

Requirements

Must be 18 years-of-age or older.
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to distinguish the range of color spectrum
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to work at heights over 15 feet.
2+ years of Traffic Signal Technician experience preferred.
Valid Driver's License
Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

Nice To Haves

IMSA Level II or III Certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Respond to urgent traffic signal malfunction calls, direct traffic and/or repair signals.
Sets and maintains all local timing patterns and closed loop operations, conducts, periodic maintenance on all traffic signals, and tests timing switches quarterly.
Maintain purchasing of all traffic signal and sign equipment by preparing PO’s and submitting for approval to ensure all times are received.
Assist local agencies in obtaining required traffic signal permits; collecting fees from agencies.
Oversee and install traffic signals at designated locations by building forms, mixing and setting concrete pads, installing controller cabinet with loop detector, conflict monitor and/or timer, set and pull span wire and electrical conductor cable, hang traffic signal, make wire connections at signal, cabinet, and power lines, interconnect to existing signals, cut asphalt and install magnetic detection loops.
Monitor and participate in upgrading existing traffic signals and flashing beacons and/or replacement of new equipment, constructs and repairs traffic signals, timers and microprocessor, troubleshoots circuits utilizing volt meter or oscilloscope.
Assists electrician with wiring circuits such as installing holiday decorations, repairing airport hangar wiring, installing and/or repairing ballfield and park lighting.
Install telephone lines and communication lines for traffic signals.
Investigate traffic complaints related to public concerns and/or accidents, provides facts to attorneys, and may appear in court as expert witness.
Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in all traffic signal devices.
Assist in on-site work duties.