Traffic Systems Specialist I or II

Texas Department of Transportation•Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

Performs specialized electrical/electronic technical work related to traffic management/control systems, communication, illumination or traffic data collection devices/systems. Work involves technical expertise in developing, installing, testing, programming and repairing of electrical/electronic devices/systems. Work may require working in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however all issues are referred to the supervisor.

Requirements

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Traffic Systems Specialist I: 2 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Traffic Systems Specialist II: 3 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A” License, within 180 calendar days from date of employment
Electrical construction procedures
Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques
Maintaining effective working relationships with others
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights
Work with electricity up to 600 volts
Move up to 50 pounds (See essential duties for example of items to be moved.)
Maintaining effective working relationships with others
Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to noise - Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.
May be required to work hours outside of regularly scheduled shifts to respond to calls and emergency weather situations.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License

Responsibilities

Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights.
Follows applicable safety procedures when working in an area where other utilities such as high voltage lines, gas lines, water and sewage lines and heavy traffic are located.
Inspects construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install, maintain and repair traffic control/data collection related equipment or facilities in accordance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.
Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, land mobile radio communication systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, equipment, products and materials are available for scheduled projects.
Operates, maintains and services equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws, trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and/or 18-wheel calibration truck.
Performs complex electronic repairs and rewires systems; adjusts and reprograms equipment/systems and replaces controllers and other electronic devices.
Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic data collection equipment.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Inventories supplies and equipment in shop.
Monitors and inspects contracted work sites.
Conducts new installation field site layouts prior to construction.
Evaluates site distance, edge conditions, slope, pavement serviceability and geometrics for suitability of a new installation site.