Performs tasks related to the creation of street signs and graph designs for traffic and directional signs. Installs, maintains, or repairs traffic signs and signal systems and fixtures.

Applicants should submit a resume.

Utilizes various software to design and create street signs and traffic and directional signs.
Repairs and maintains departmental street signs, regulatory traffic signs, and pavement markings.
Operates equipment to create, transport, and install signs, i.e., forklifts, bucket trucks, hand tools, plotters, scissor lifts, and auger drills.
Repairs and maintains traffic signal equipment i.e. controllers, signal heads, etc.
Installs traffic signal controllers, signal heads, cameras, etc.
Troubleshoots adjusts, and corrects signal detection systems and programs detection systems linked signals under the city’s controls.
Installs traffic data collection devices.
Collects data and generates reports to determine proper speed limits, sign and signal placements, and other traffic improvements.
Installs signs and markings per TMUTCD standards that are required for the transportation system.
Coordinates with GISD to maintain school flashers and timing schedules for school zones.
Works closely with IT to help diagnose fiber connection issues regarding city-maintained signals.
Maintains electric lines from the service to the signals and the luminaire attached to the signalized intersection.
Maintains ESRI GIS-based street sign inventory.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, training, and Experience Guidelines

High School or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience in sign maintenance, sign repair, creation, printing, and modification or related experience. One (1) year of the required experience must have included operating heavy equipment. OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Completion of a technical school program in electronics may substitute for one (1) year of required experience.

Knowledge of:

Traffic progression and coordinated signal timing.
Current maintenance of signals, signal cameras, and controllers.
Specialized computers, scanners, software, plotters, silk screening equipment, and engravers.
Basic sign maintenance and repair.
Safety practices and procedures.
Safety pertaining to Working within the ROW (on the road or on the shoulder)
Federal, State, and Local laws.
City practice, policy and procedures.

Skill in:

Performing work tasks with minimum supervision.
Communicating effective, both orally and in writing.
Handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Planning and organizing work.
Using computers and related software.
Performing mathematical calculations for accurate measurements.
Mixing paint or inks to maximize the capabilities of sign-making computers.
Operating bucket trucks, forklifts, auger lifts, and other required equipment.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class "C" Texas Driver’s License

Preferred:

Class B Commercial Texas driver’s license & tanker endorsement within 1 year of hire.
Must complete IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification within 18 months of hire.
Must complete IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I Certification within 18 months of hire.
Must complete IMSA Traffic Signs & Pavement Marking Technician I certification within 18 months of the year of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, and use of foot controls.

Temperature extremes from weather; dust; working near moving traffic, and noise from street sweepers. Routine scheduled 24-hour on-call time is required on a rotating basis within the department.

Hiring Range: $21.26 - $26.63, hourly.

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