Traffic Technician

City of DeSoto, Texas • Desoto, TX

55d

About The Position

The purpose of the position is to construct, repair, and maintain traffic signals and signs on streets and in department locations. This is accomplished by completing traffic signal maintenance and repair; fabricating signs; preparing equipment for installation; installing and modifying signals; and preparing equipment for installation. Other duties may include pavement markings, conducting traffic counts, and inspecting equipment and signals for repair.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• ISMA Level I Certification for Signalization; and Work Zone Certification for Signage;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Technician must live within 30 minutes of the City limits of the City of DeSoto to maintain an adequate on- call response time. The technician is required to be on a 24-hour call on a rotating basis, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used in the maintenance, construction, installation, and repair of traffic signals and signs; electricity and related wiring; and electronics as it relates to traffic signal equipment;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Skill in the operation of bucket trucks, hand and power tools, and two-way radios;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to read and interpret schematics on wiring diagrams; troubleshoot and repair traffic signal equipment and malfunctions; and operate electronic test equipment;
• Ability to obtain IMSA Level II Certification for signage within two (2) years of employment;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Completes signal and flasher maintenance by diagnosing problems; replacing lamps; repairing, replacing, and aligning signal heads and signs; connecting power failures; and testing the operation of replaced equipment;
• Prepares equipment for installation by ordering poles, signs, letters, and other related materials; fabricating signs; ensuring current standards are met in the installation and maintenance of signs; testing controllers, controller cabinets and associated equipment; and assembling signal heads and signal associated signs; in accordance with the MUTCD.
• Completes preventative maintenance by checking controllers, cabinets, and associated equipment; tightening connections and hardware; replacing lamps; checking emergency vehicle and loop detectors; ordering warehouse supplies; and testing operation of replaced equipment;
• Installs signals and zone flashers by completing site preparations; running cable and conduits; erecting poles; installing controllers; and installing, connecting, and testing signals;
• pavement marking including crosswalks, school zone area and stop bars. As well as the installation of pavement markers.
• Completes traffic counts by placing and retrieving counters; downloading data; and presenting information; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED