Roadway Illumination Specialist - Traffic Signal

Job Description

Position Information

Do you want to learn a new skill or are you looking for a new career? Are you willing to learn and take direction? Like to work outside? Are you responsible, energetic, safety minded and want to serve the community? If this sounds like you, come learn and grow with TxDOT! TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Roadway Illumination Specialist based in Fort Worth TX.

All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits. Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..pdf

• Learn about trouble shooting traffic roadway illumination and components.
• Learn about the design, installation, maintaining, and repairing lighting systems on roads, highways, and in public areas to enhance safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Learn about high-mast, LED, and solar lighting infrastructure, ensuring proper lumen output and energy efficiency.
• Learn to train & explain operations of traffic roadway illumination and components.
• Learn to read & review roadway illumination plans.
• Learn to wire roadway illumination according to plan sheets.
• Other duties as assigned.

2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133

B18 / $45,521 - $71,055 (yearly)

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 based on business needs.

45,521.00

71,055.00

Yearly

Nonexempt

Ft Worth District Headquarters 2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820 Fort Worth 76133

Yes, 10% of the Time

Day

Onsite

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work‑life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
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Performs specialized electrical/electronic technical work related to traffic management/control systems, communication, illumination or traffic data collection devices/systems. Work involves technical expertise in developing, installing, testing, programming and repairing of electrical/electronic devices/systems. Work may require working in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments;

however all issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Analyzes and interprets schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assembles, beta tests and evaluates new traffic management and illumination controller assemblies and systems.
• Assists in designing and reviewing traffic signal, traffic data collection or illumination projects; makes recommendations.
• 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,…