Traffic Systems Technician I or II
About the role
TxDOT is seeking a motivated Traffic Systems Technician I or II to join our Traffic Systems Maintenance Office located at 6810 Old Katy Road in Houston, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start and build a long-term career in traffic operations while serving the traveling public. In this role, you will work as part of a hands-on team responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting traffic signals, roadway illumination, and related traffic systems throughout the Houston District. These systems play a critical role in keeping roadways safe and operating efficiently for the millions of people who travel them every day. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and learning technical skills. No prior experience is required for entry-level candidates. TxDOT will provide training on equipment, systems, procedures, and safety practices, giving you the tools and knowledge needed to succeed and grow within the organization. We are looking for someone who is dependable, eager to learn, works well with others, and takes pride in quality work. A positive attitude and willingness to develop new skills are just as important as experience. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Essential Duties
Traffic Systems Technician I:
- Assists in inspecting construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install
- Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions
- Assists in working with other governmental and private entities concerning utilities and rights-of-way
- Learns to identify, troubleshoot, problem solve and identify possible new site characteristics
- Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic data collection equipment
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Traffic Systems Technician II: Includes all essential duties listed for Traffic Systems Tech I as well as:
- Attends meetings with Area Engineers and contractors to resolve problems and implement solutions
- Identifies, troubleshoots and problem solves possible new site characteristics
- 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
- 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
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Traffic Systems Technician I:
- Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies
- Experience: No experience required
- Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
Traffic Systems Technician II:
- Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies
- Experience: 1 year Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)
- Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
Competencies
Traffic Systems Technician I:
- Some knowledge of: Electrical construction procedures; Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes; Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports; Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
- Some skill in: Collecting, sorting and compiling data; Communicating technical information effectively; Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems; Follow verbal and written instructions; Work with electricity up to 600 volts
Traffic Systems Technician II: Includes all competencies listed for Traffic Systems Technician I as well as:
- Considerable knowledge of: Industry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and services; Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals; Electrical construction procedures; Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
- Some knowledge of: Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps; Collecting, sorting and compiling data; Communicating technical information effectively; Interpreting applicable information; Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems; Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
- Some skill in: Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures; Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Traffic Systems Technician I and II:
- Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
- Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
- Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
- Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
- Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
- Standing - prolonged periods of time
- Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Conditions of Employment
- This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical
- 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
- The Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position
- 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
Benefits
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
- In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites