Traffic Control Signal Technician I, (A262261-2), 203, Traffic Signals

About the role

The Traffic Signal Technician position within the City of Laredo is responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating all traffic signals, school flashers, safety beacons, and street lighting.

Responsibilities

• Responds to trouble calls, troubleshoots overhead cables, underground cables, lights, detectors, mast arms, and communication connections to determine the cause of traffic signal malfunctions and make subsequent repairs, under direct supervision.
• Sets-up/operates hydraulic-aerial bucket truck or other city vehicles.
• Repairs and maintains traffic signal equipment, signal heads, detectors, preventive maintenance, etc.
• Splices electrical wiring i.e., strip insulation, twist wires together, solder, tape, apply terminal caps, etc.
• Reads profiles and blueprints.
• Installs traffic signal equipment, signal heads, loops, safety monitors, loads switches, relays, etc.
• Assists in programming and maintaining school flashers and speed radar units.
• Installs and repairs video and equipment connections, cables, wirings, and other related equipment.
• Operates/checks/cleans/services various tools: power saws, concrete cutters, radial arms, skills, etc.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Maintains all necessary certifications and licenses.

Requirements

• Knowledge of electrical principles, wiring, troubleshooting, and applications.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to prepare analytical and informational reports and make presentations.
• Ability to interpret comprehensive federal and state regulations that will ensure effective practices and quality results.
• Ability to calculate material requirements.
• Ability to use power tools and perform strenuous work.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• At least two (2) years of general experience.
• Experience in electrical trade, electrical construction, installation, testing, maintenance and repair of electrical or electronic equipment, installation, testing, maintenance and repair of communication equipment, or working with traffic signals is preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver License.

Skills

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to prepare analytical and informational reports and make presentations.
• Ability to interpret comprehensive federal and state regulations that will ensure effective practices and quality results.
• Ability to calculate material requirements.
• Ability to use power tools and perform strenuous work.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Benefits

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid holidays
• Paid health plan
• Dental plan
• Lifetime life insurance

A full description of our benefits can be found on our website at: www.cityoflaredohr.com

Pay

The salary range for this position is $30,000 - $40,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.