Traffic Systems Specialist I or II - Traffic Operations

Traffic Systems Specialist I or II – Traffic Operations

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Location:

Laredo District Headquarters, 1817 Bob Bullock Loop, Laredo, TX 78043

Salary:
Traffic Systems Specialist I B18: $45,521 – $71,055 | Traffic Systems Specialist II B19: $48,244 – $76,028

• Traffic Systems Specialist I:
  • Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights.
  • Installs, maintains, and replaces traffic cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cables; monitors communication devices/systems; moves related equipment as required.
  • Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software for traffic systems, ITS, land mobile radio communication systems, or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
  • Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools and materials are available for scheduled projects.
  • Measures intersections and evaluates traffic patterns and timing sequences; calculates mathematical factors for adjusting signal timing.
  • Operates and maintains complex electronic test equipment to repair and test electronic traffic systems.
  • Performs complex electronic repairs and rewires systems; reprograms equipment and replaces controllers and other devices.
  • Provides technical expertise and training of field technicians in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex electronic/electrical systems in the field.
  • Researches and gathers background information for traffic and signal tort claims.
  • Responds to complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations; assists in developing long‑term solutions.
• Traffic Systems Specialist II:
  • Administers contracts for the installation and maintenance of traffic management/control, illumination, and data collection devices.
  • Assists in monitoring proper disposition and replacement of equipment.
  • Designs and reviews traffic signal, traffic data collection, or illumination projects; makes recommendations.
  • Develops and prepares written reports providing feedback on systems, ease of installation, status of inventory, encountered problems, or other issues.
  • Monitors and inspects contracted work sites.

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent in general high‑school studies.
• Experience:
  • Traffic Systems Specialist I: 2 years of experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance (full‑time or prorated part‑time).
  • Traffic Systems Specialist II: 3 years of experience in the same areas.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid U.S. driver’s license;
  Commercial Class “A” driver’s license from date of employment.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals; traffic flow principles and procedures;
  Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; electrical inspection standards, codes and procedures; electrical construction procedures; electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques; digital data communications and closed‑circuit television systems; reading plans, schematics, and blueprints.

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Hazards include moving vehicles, mechanical parts, high places, heat, chemicals.
• Must wear protective gear: respirator, hard hat or other device.
• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs, frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Regular walking, standing, crouching, balancing, reaching, standing for prolonged periods, traveling on foot.
• Requires fine motor skills, verbal communication, close visual acuity.
• Pre‑employment physical and random drug testing required; must pass drug test (medical marijuana not accepted for a positive result).
• Security or integrity maintenance of critical infrastructure required; subject to criminal history, foreign adversaries review.

• Retirement plans
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid leave and holidays
• Health premiums paid 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

Full‑time, Day shift (Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). 25% travel required. On‑site location. Shift flexibility:
Onsite.

Employee Status:
Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non‑Management

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.