Traffic Signal Technician I / II/ III

Town of Flower Mound•Flower Mound TX 75028, TX

About The Position

The Town is hiring a Traffic Signal Technician at Level I, II, or III, with the level and starting salary determined by the applicant’s qualifications and certifications. The technician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, programs, fabricates, and repairs traffic signals and related equipment to support safe and efficient operation of the Town’s traffic signal systems. Duties include working with school zone flashers, pedestrian signals, detection devices, controllers, cabinets, field wiring, communications equipment, and related infrastructure in accordance with Town standards and applicable TMUTCD/MUTCD requirements. The role also includes preventive maintenance, assisting with installation and testing of new signal infrastructure, supporting connectivity to the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), interpreting technical plans and diagrams, establishing safe work zones, deploying traffic control devices, and completing service requests and work records. The technician coordinates with Town staff, contractors, engineering personnel, and utility providers; maintains inventory, vehicles, tools, and equipment; and may assist the Signs and Markings Division and with special-event traffic control. Emergency and on-call response is part of the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
At least one year of traffic signal experience; alternatively, at least two years of electrical/electronic installation and maintenance experience, or at least two years of formal electrical/electronic education with one year of related installation and maintenance experience.
Obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Traffic Signals Certification within one year of employment.
Possess a valid Texas Class C driver’s license and be able to obtain a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License, with proper endorsements and without restrictions, within six months of hire.
Driving record must comply with Town policy.
Submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks, including criminal history.
Work evenings and weekends as needed and respond within 30 minutes to an on-call or emergency callback.
Read and comprehend schematics, diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering plans.
Maintain effective and pleasant working relationships with employees, contractors, and the general public.
Perform the physical activities and work in the environments described in the posting, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects up to 100 pounds; strenuous physical work; and work in confined, underground, outdoor, noisy, and adverse conditions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computers, networking, and routers is preferred.
General working knowledge of traffic signal installation and repair or electronic/electrical equipment repair.

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, program, fabricate, and repair traffic signals, school zone flashers, pedestrian signals, detection devices, controllers, cabinets, field wiring, and associated equipment.
Identify and correct electrical, electronic, mechanical, and communications equipment malfunctions; perform preventive maintenance and assist with installation, testing, and deployment of new signal infrastructure.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot traffic signal communications devices, including routers, switches, and radios, and support connectivity to the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS).
Interpret blueprints, engineering plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, maps, specifications, and technical manuals; assist with inspections of new signal construction.
Establish and maintain safe work zones; program and deploy traffic counters, changeable message signs, and radar trailers.
Identify signal visibility obstructions, trim vegetation when appropriate, and report other traffic hazards.
Complete dispatched calls, service requests, work orders, daily activity reports, and records of labor, materials, and equipment in Cityworks™ or the designated work management system.
Maintain inventory and truck stock, inspect vehicles, and perform routine preventive maintenance of tools, vehicles, and equipment.
Coordinate work with supervisors, contractors, engineering staff, utility providers, and other Town personnel; report safety concerns, equipment failures, and citizen inquiries.
Follow Town personnel, departmental, electrical, and work zone safety procedures.
Assist the Signs and Markings Division and assist with special-event traffic control as assigned.
Participate in emergency and on-call response and perform other duties as assigned.