Texas Department of Transportation

Traffic Systems Specialist I, II, or III-Traffic Signal Crew-Waco/Belton - (2501510)

Position Information

TxDOT is seeking a Traffic Systems Specialist I, II, or III at the Waco District Office. We need motivated individuals to be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and operations of traffic signals, beacons, and school flashers within the Waco District. We will provide training and are

looking for someone who is eager to learn and has a positive attitude. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance,

paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits. Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenges, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance.

A skills test may be given at interview.

Salary Plan/Pay Grade:

Traffic Systems Specialist I: B18 - $3,793.41-$5,921.25/monthly.

Traffic Systems Specialist II: B19 - $4,020.33-$6,335.66/monthly.

Traffic Systems Specialist III: B20 - $4,263.16-$6,779.25/monthly.

Work locations:

Waco District Headquarters

100 South Loop Drive

Waco, TX 76704

Belton Area Office

410 W. Loop 121

Belton, TX 76513

This position is for a Traffic Systems Specialist I, II, or III, position, depending on business need and applicant's qualifications and experience. Qualification and experience will determine the applicant's position and pay. TxDOT reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on business needs and the applicants work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors.

Minimum Salary

: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary

: 81,351.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

:

Belton Area Office

410 W LOOP 121

Belton 76513

Other Locations

: UST-Texas-Waco

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: M-Th 7a-5:30p 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

Performs specialized electrical/electronic technical work related to traffic management/control systems, communication, illumination or traffic data collection devices/systems. Work involves technical expertise in developing, installing, testing, programming and repairing of electrical/electronic devices/systems. Work may require working in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however all issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Traffic Systems Specialist I:

• Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights. Monitors work sites under varying conditions of light and weather and ensures that traffic control measures are operating effectively.
• Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting, or traffic data collection equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Traffic Systems Specialist II: in addition to the above

• Coordinates preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Coordinates materials and equipment usage with district maintenance offices.
• Identifies, troubleshoots and problem solves possible new site characteristics.
• Operates and maintains complex electronic test equipment to repair and test electronic traffic systems.

Traffic Systems Specialist III: in addition to the above

• Analyzes and interprets schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assembles, beta tests and evaluates new traffic management equipment including illumination controller assemblies and systems; makes recommendations to accept or return equipment.
• Responds to complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.
• Operates and maintains complex electronic traffic management systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

TSS 1:

Experience: 2 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

TSS 2:

3 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic

management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or

prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience

on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

TSS 3:

4 years' experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical,

traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by

full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for

experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Traffic Systems Spec I: Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A” License with
• "N" endorsement, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.

Competencies:

Traffic Systems Specialist I:

• Construction equipment operations
• Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Maintaining a safe working relationship.

Traffic Systems Specialist II in addition to the above:

• The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Concepts, techniques, and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies.

Traffic Systems Specialist III in addition to the above:

• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques
• Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals
• Fiber optic technology
• Radio and wireless communications principles, procedures and systems
• Maintaining a safe working relationship

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry 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 hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction - Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction.
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand.
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

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.

Job

: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jun 2, 2025, 9:41:36 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist I, II, III State Job Code/s: 2127/2128/2129

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. Above the EEO/ADA field on job description page

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.

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