Traffic Systems Specialist I - Atlanta, TX

Texas Department of Transportation•Atlanta, TX

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.
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
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "A" or have obtained a CDL Class "A”, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
Knowledge of: Traffic flow principles and procedures
Knowledge of: The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Knowledge of: Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair technologies
Skill in: Maintaining effective working relationships with others
Skill in: Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and more
Skill in: Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Skill in: Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
Ability to: Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights
Ability to: Move up to 50 pounds
Ability to: Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to hazards- moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Required to wear protective gear- respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: lift up to 50 pounds at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 pounds
Balancing - walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Crouching- bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
Lifting- raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Close Visual Acuity - work includes visual inspection of small defects/ parts
Visual Acuity- operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License Class "A"

Responsibilities

Assembles, beta tests and evaluates new traffic management and illumination controller assemblies and systems.
Consults with Department personnel, manufacturers and vendors regarding equipment operation, design, installation, equipment failure, complex repairs or replacement recommendations.
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.
Measures intersections and evaluates traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors for adjusting timing of traffic signals and/or systems.
Operates, maintains and services equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws, trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and 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 complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.

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