Traffic Systems Specialist I, II, III or IV- Traffic Office (Austin District)

Texas Department of Transportation•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This 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 System Specialist I: 2 YEARS Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance.
Traffic System Specialist II: 3 YEARS Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance.
Traffic System Specialist III: 4 YEARS Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance.
Traffic System Specialist IV: 5 YEARS Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance.
Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Valid driver’s license.
Commercial Driver Certificate
Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" Endorsement or have obtained a CDL "A” License, within 365 calendar days from date of employment.
Safety Impact Certificate
Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 365 days of employment.
Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques
Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
Maintaining effective working relationships with others
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Using applicable electronic test equipment
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals
Electrical inspection standards, codes and procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets schematics and wiring diagrams.
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.
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.
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.
Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic data collection equipment.
Tests, diagnoses and repairs traffic control, traffic data collection and communication systems, including cable, short haul modems, dial-up modems and multiplexing equipment.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Coordinates preventive maintenance on equipment.
Develops and prepares written reports that provide feedback on systems including ease of installation and setup, status of inventory needs, any problems encountered or other issues.
Inventories supplies and equipment in shop.
Monitors and inspects contracted work sites.
Provides technical expertise and training of field technicians in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of complex electronic/electrical systems in the field.
Coordinates with local district maintenance offices for traffic control, bucket truck and additional supplies and assistance.
Ensures preventive maintenance is conducted.
Ensures that hazardous materials are properly used and waste properly disposed.
Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
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.
Operates and maintains complex electronic traffic management systems.
Organizes the workforce in response to emergency situations.
Coordinates and assists in overseeing the installation and repairs of infrastructure equipment.
Assists in planning and reviewing traffic signal and illumination projects to include writing specifications.
Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
Analyzes and interprets schematics and wiring diagrams.
Installs, maintains and repairs coaxial cables, makes approved splices, pulls, hangs and terminates cables; solders cable.
Tests, troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs or certifies control and communication systems and accumulative count recorders including cable, short-haul modems, dial-up modems and multiplexing equipment.