Signal Technician I - Road & Bridge

Traffic Signal Technician

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.

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Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots electrical component problems with traffic signal; resolve problems and monitor traffic signal to ensure no further problems occur.
• Fabricates and installs school zone flashers at designed school; flasher is programmed and assigned an identification number; flasher is monitored and maintained for proper working order.
• Fabricates and installs missing or damaged signal related signs as needed.
• Responsible for placing signs at appropriate locations at construction site; flag traffic around work zone through communication with co-workers.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
• Participates in on-call schedule.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED. Knowledge of M.U.T.C.D. (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)
• 2 years of traffic signal experience; 3 years previous traffic experience preferred;
  Electronic Background preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public and other employees.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Valid Texas Driver's License, Commercial Driver's License preferred.
• IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) Certification level I obtained within one year of employment.

Starting Salary Range: $20.50 - $25.63 hourly based on qualifications

Closing Date:
Upon filling position