Traffic Services - Traffic Services Specialist I, II,III

About the role

To perform a variety of skilled work involved in the installation, construction, modification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of solid-state electronic/microprocessor based traffic control equipment and traffic control devices, associated equipment to include communication, detection, street marking, signage and street lighting related to transportation in accordance with applicable City and State codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and installation of traffic signal equipment and regulatory, warning, construction, and guide signs as well as all pavement markings in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD).
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of traffic signal equipment, signs and pavement markings; assist in the installation, and modification of these assets and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, City maps, manuals, schematics, and street measurements when preparing sites for pavement markings, sign location and signal equipment written in English language.
• Place channeling devices and warning signs for on-street work for lane closures and transitions in accordance with the TMUTCD.
• Operate computer laptops and tablets with specialized software including but not limited to: traffic sign and signal management database, traffic sign making software proprietary signal software, and other applicable programs.
• Operate various equipment including light and medium duty trucks with bucket lifts, hydraulic dump bed and lift gate, forklift, striping equipment, stripe remover, adhesive applicator, squeeze roll applicator, sign fabricator, letter cutter, banding tool, jack hammer, chain saw, parking meters, power tools, drill press, cutting torch, welder, and plasma cutter.
• Operate various electronic test equipment and analyzers to include but not limited to: networking, copper and fiber optic installation troubleshooting equipment, radio, wide area network, and local area network.
• Perform traffic counts with both video and/or radar and utilize traffic count software.
• Install, maintain, and repair street light components.

Requirements

Knowledge Of: Principles of occupational hazards, safe work practices specifically in traffic operations, electrical hazards, and safety typical of maintenance work i.e., lockout, tag out practices. Electronic circuit troubleshooting, computer networking and IP addressing. Practices, methods, and use of equipment, tools, and materials used in traffic operations, brush abatement and maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment. Operating characteristics of the City of Abilene Traffic Engineering & Operations Division and the TMUTCD. Safe driving principles and practices as well as safe use of tools, equipment, and safety at elevated working positions.

Skills To: Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to air compressor, portable generator, meters, test equipment, hand tools and, electric- powered tools, hand, and/or bench mounted. Operate office equipment and technical equipment including but not limited to computer laptop, desktop, tablet, and signal controllers/equipment. Utilize software to include but not limited to databases, spreadsheets, documents, and email. Utilize technical programs for signal equipment, sign and marking equipment, and vehicle count and classification. Operate a motor vehicle safely including bucket trucks with various boom lengths.

Ability To: Perform on-call duties independently with minimum supervision after a one (1) to six (6) month training period dependent on experience and position level. Understand and accurately carry out oral and written instructions in the English language. Maintain and accurately complete daily and ongoing detailed records and reports for traffic signs and signals using a computerized management database. Obtain knowledge of methods, materials, manuals, and equipment used in traffic services device maintenance and repair. Learn to perform maintenance and repair of signals, signs and pavement markings. Understand electronic fundamentals and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems. Learn specialized manual and technical tasks. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English language. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally. Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Qualifications

Education/Training: A high school diploma or GED is required. Two (2) years of training in a technical electronics field is preferred. College course work in Electronics Systems Technology or a related field is preferred.

Skills

Knowledge Of: Reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints. Routine repair and maintenance activities. Ability To: Apply all the knowledge and skills of a Traffic Services Specialist I with minimal assistance. Interpret blueprints, City maps, manuals, schematics and street measurements with minimal assistance. Read and understand technical instructions in the English language. Perform, on a rotating basis, on-call duty for the repair of traffic services systems after normal working hours and on weekends and holidays. If employees are hired outside of City of Abilene staff a one-to-three-month training period will be required. Communicate effectively with City of Abilene staff, outside vendors, and public citizens both orally and in writing. Operate characteristics of the City of Abilene Traffic Services Division and the TMUTCD.

Benefits

Knowledge Of: Advanced practices, methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment. Skill To: Troubleshoot advanced systematic errors in systems using diagnostic equipment and products. Repair and fabricate equipment from scratch. Read and interpret, and apply complex technical publications, manuals, and other documents in the English language. Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience

• For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels.
• Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying.

Special Requirements

• HazCom training is required within Sixty (60) days of employment.
• First Aid/CPR certification and recertification are required following employment.
• Perform, on a rotating basis, on-call duty for the repair of traffic services systems after normal working hours and on weekends and holidays after a one (1) to six (6) month training period (dependent on experience and position level).
• Ability to assess and cope with exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoor environments, vibration, confined workspace in accordance with applicable regulations, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Ability to travel to work sites as applicable in and around the City of Abilene.

Physical Demands

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: HazCom training is required within Sixty (60) days of employment. First Aid/CPR certification and recertification are required following employment. Perform, on a rotating basis, on-call duty for the repair of traffic services systems after normal working hours and on weekends and holidays after a one (1) to six (6) month training period (dependent on experience and position level). Ability to assess and cope with exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoor environments, vibration, confined workspace in accordance with applicable regulations, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards. Ability to travel to work sites as applicable in and around the City of Abilene.

Physical Demand Codes

• N = No
• E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time)
• M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time)
• I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time)
• A = Almost Never (