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City of Jacksonville

Traffic Technician

Jacksonville, FL

$49.62K - $50.88K/yr

Work for the city you love!!. Our Traffic Engineering and Development Services Departments are ... Knowledge of traffic data collection methods and techniques. Ability to inspect construction sites ...

Hark

Data Collection

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

You'll work directly with researchers, engineers, and external partners, and the data you deliver ... Design and run data collection programs end-to-end - scoping requirements, writing instructions ...

Franklin University

Work Study

Columbus, OH · On-site

Federal Work-Study students assist various departments within the university or community-based ... Handle general administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and entering data.

Hark

Data Collection

San Jose, CA

$150K - $250K/yr

You'll work directly with researchers, engineers, and external partners, and the data you deliver ... Design and run data collection programs end-to-end - scoping requirements, writing instructions ...

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Traffic Systems Technician I or II- Signal Shop

Traffic Systems Technician I or II- Signal Shop

Texas Department of Transportation

Beaumont, TX • On-site

$40.92K - $71.06K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Texas Department Of Transportation rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 640 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Position Information
Do you enjoy working outdoors, away from a desk during your workday? Are you a problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting electronic and electrical systems? If so, we want to hear from you!
The TxDOT Beaumont District is looking for a Traffic Systems Technician I or II based in our District Headquarters location. As a Traffic Systems Tech, you will be part of an elite team of technicians that maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the latest traffic systems and technologies, while building an exciting career. We offer company-sponsored CDL training with $0 upfront monetary commitment.
Work Location: 8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708
Salary Grade:
Traffic Systems Technician I: A16; $40,918 - $61,130/yearly
Traffic Systems Technician II: A18; $45,521 - $71,055/yearly
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicants' work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs
Benefits and Perks
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: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic systems, communication, illumination and/or data collection devices/systems. Work may be performed in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work may require contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Traffic Systems Tech I:
  • Assists in collecting and downloading vehicle classification and Weight-In-Motion (WIM) data.
  • Assists in inspecting construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install and maintain traffic-related systems/equipment in accordance with plans and specifications and contract requirements.
  • Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and/or repair of electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and/or illumination systems.
  • Assists in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and software pertaining to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System.
  • Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.
    Traffic Systems Tech II:
    Essential Duties (in addition to Traffic Systems Technician I duties):
  • Identifies, troubleshoots and problem solves possible new site characteristics.
  • 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, maintains and replaces TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cables; monitors communication devices/systems; as required moves related equipment/items
  • Installs, maintains, modifies, adjusts, tests, troubleshoots, inspects and/or repairs electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection and/or illumination systems.
  • Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System

Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Traffic Systems Tech I: NONE
Traffic Systems Tech II: 1 YEAR Construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/ installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).
Education:
Traffic Systems Tech I and II: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate - Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A" License, within 180 calendar days from date of employment.
Competencies:
Traffic Systems Tech I:
  • Construction equipment operations -
  • Electrical construction procedures
  • Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies
  • Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade
  • Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
Traffic Systems Tech II:
  • Construction equipment operations
  • Electrical construction procedures
  • Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies
  • Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
  • Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade

Pysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Subject to inside and ourside environmental conditions
  • Subject to noise
  • Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
  • Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently carry or lift objects up to 25 lbs.
  • Climbing- ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
  • Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
  • Stooping- bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
  • Reaching-extending hands and arms in any direction
  • Pushing- using upper extremeties to press againt object with forve to move in a direction
  • Lifting- raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position

Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
  • This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
  • Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
    • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
  • To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency's critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.

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