Texas Department of Transportation

Traffic Systems Technician I or II - Traffic Signal - (2501285)

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 Fort Worth 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: 2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133

Salary Grade:

Traffic Systems Technician I: A15; $3,248.00 - $4,837.08

Traffic Systems Technician II: A17; $3,581.33 - $5,372.41

This position is for one (2) Traffic System Technician I or II positions, depending on business needs and the applicants' qualifications. 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.

Minimum Salary

: 38,976.00

Maximum Salary

: 61,130.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

:

Ft Worth District Headquarters

2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820

Fort Worth 76133

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: Onsite

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

Traffic Systems Technician I:

Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic systems, communication, illumination and 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:

• 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 Technician II:

Performs [routine] work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance and [programming] of

traffic systems, communication, illumination and 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details].

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:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Traffic Systems Technician I Experience: NONE

Traffic Systems Technician II Experience: 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).

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 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Competencies:

Traffic Systems Technician 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 Technician II (in addition to Traffic Systems Technician I):

• 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

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to report to work.
  • Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Job

: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: May 9, 2025, 12:54:41 PM

Unposting Date

: May 27, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Engineering Technician II / III State Job Code/s: 2123 / 2124

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

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