Traffic Systems Specialist I-Waco District HQ/Belton

Texas Department of Transportation • Waco, 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.
• 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.
• 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 with "N" endorsement, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
• Construction equipment operations
• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Electrical construction procedures
• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and interprets schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights.
• Identifies, troubleshoots and problem solves possible new site characteristics.
• Monitors work sites under varying conditions of light and weather and ensures that traffic control measures are operating effectively.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees