Job Description

Posting number: 16923

Department: Engineering Department

Job classification: Technician

Posting type: Open

Categories: Transportation

Under general direction, performs various technical and mechanical tasks associated with the operation and maintenance of traffic control signals and other traffic control devices in accordance with appropriate standards, drawings, manuals, and operation/maintenance procedures prepared by Traffic Signal Maintenance Group.

Job Duties:

• Provide responsive and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, and installation of various traffic control equipment and related devices.
• Oversee the work of skilled and/or semi-skilled contract workers performing various tasks relating to the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Investigate and respond to public complaints and implement problem resolutions.
• Inspect and approve work performed by Contractor(s).
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective, and productive working relationships using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent.
  • Two (2) years of experience as a traffic signal technician, or four (4) years of experience performing electrical work in industrial, utility, military, or construction environments.

Or,

• Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in the electrical field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of Principles and practices of the construction, installation, and maintenance of electrical and electronic devices.
• Knowledge of Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to assigned work tasks.
• Communicate effectively during in-person contact with the public and other County personnel.
• Effectively plan and organize work and complete assignments within prescribed timeframes.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work orders, and to develop changes to accommodate field conditions.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of Computer business applications (Microsoft Office) and specialized applications related to traffic control equipment operations and diagnostics.

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement:

In accordance with Harris County’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:

• Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
• Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events.
• Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
• Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support continuity of County operations.

NOTEQualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in the electrical field.

Experience:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD).
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification(s) in Work Zone, Level I Traffic Signal Technician or Traffic Signal Inspector.
• Public Agency training certifications related to traffic control devices.
• Training certifications from traffic control device manufacturers.

Supplemental information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.

Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary Commensurate experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure

Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some fieldwork may be required. This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions and may involve exposure to hazards, including moving vehicles, mechanical parts, heat, and chemicals. Extended work hours may be required during the activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).

This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS

Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Wellness.

Professional development opportunities.

Flexible spending accounts.

457 deferred compensation plans.

Retirement pension (TCDRS).

Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

Disability and life insurance.

Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).