Traffic Systems Technician I or II- Signal Shop

Traffic Systems Technician I or II – Signal Shop (2600612)

Do you enjoy working outdoors, away from a desk during your workday? Are you a problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting electronic and electrical systems? If so, we want to hear from you!

The TxDOT Beaumont District is looking for a Traffic Systems Technician I or II based in our District Headquarters location. As a Traffic Systems Tech, you will be part of an elite team of technicians that maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the latest traffic systems and technologies, while building an exciting career.

Work Location:

8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708

• Traffic Systems Technician I: A16; $40,918 – $61,130/yearly
• Traffic Systems Technician II: A18; $45,521 – $71,055/yearly

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicants' work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

• 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.

Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic systems, communication, illumination and/or data collection devices/systems. Work may be performed in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work may require contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

• Assists in collecting and downloading vehicle classification and Weight-In-Motion (WIM) data.
• Assists in inspecting construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install and maintain traffic-related systems/equipment in accordance with plans and specifications and contract requirements.
• Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and/or repairing electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and/or illumination systems.
• Assists in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and software pertaining to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.

Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term 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.

Installs, maintains and replaces TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cables; monitors communication devices/systems; as required moves related equipment/items.

Installs, maintains, modifies, adjusts, tests, troubleshoots, inspects and/or repairs electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection and/or illumination systems.

• Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.

Experience:

Traffic Systems Tech I: NONE

Traffic Systems Tech II: 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…