Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00109

Department: Transportation & Mobility Svs

Division: Transportation

Job classification: Traffic Signal Technician

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Public Works, Transportation

Examples of duties

• Performs traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair by completing scheduled maintenance and repair; and completing emergency repairs as needed.
  
  
• Installs and maintains fiber optic equipment by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic equipment, video equipment, and systems utilizing sophisticated electronic test equipment.
  
  
• Performs signal installations and programming by installing traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replacing major components; and programming controllers.
  
  
• Ensures proper traffic signal operation by manually controlling signals for special functions like: unusual circumstances such as vehicle damage and emergency traffic control during natural disasters.
  
  
• Updates technical knowledge of current advances within the field by receiving training on all aspects of work areas including: fiber optics, new products, and how to troubleshoot and perform repairs correctly.
  
  
• Trains employees by ensuring that all new Level I employees can properly maintain and repair small problems in cabinets and change bulbs in field signals.
  
  
• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.
  
  
• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: Training beyond high school. Could include some college hours, technical school, or correspondence course.
  
  
• Experience: 1-2 years of related experience.
  
  
• Licenses Valid CDL Class A Driver's License required within first 2 years of employment.
  
  
• Certifications Required: A current valid TX Class C Driver's License is required with the ability to obtain a TX Class A Commercial Driver’s License within two years.