Apply on Employer Site

City of Midland, Texas · 2 weeks ago

Traffic Tech Apprentice

Midland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$2,995/mo - $3,444/mo

1+ years exp

City of Midland, Texas is seeking a Traffic Tech Apprentice to install, operate, and maintain traffic control devices and related equipment. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing traffic signal devices, maintaining roadway lighting, and responding to emergency calls regarding malfunctions.

CommunitiesGovernmentSocial Assistance

Responsibilities

Observe traffic signal control devices to determine correct operation

Bench test, troubleshoot, and repair traffic signal control devices

Install, maintain, and remove roadway lighting

Evaluate damage and conduct emergency repair of traffic control devices due to accidents, malfunctions, and weather

Install or repair conduit and pull wires and cable on an emergency and non-emergency basis

Monitor signal effectiveness through use of a computer, develop new signal sequencing/phasing scenarios, and modify and/or update existing devices to improve traffic flow using various traffic optimization software

Install, maintain, or remove associated traffic control devices as needed due to damage or normal wear and tear

Respond to emergency calls regarding malfunctioning traffic control devices

Rotating weekly on-call/stand-by duty

Maintain inventory of supplies, equipment, and all traffic signal shop assets

Set up and maintain work zone traffic control as required by the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

Maintains activity records such as work orders, status reports, trouble calls , and work schedules

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required

Install, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco, Alvarion and Dragonwave radios that are the backbone of the wireless ATMS system

Install, maintain and repair in pavement flashing crosswalks

Qualification

Electrical theoryTraffic control devicesTraffic optimization softwareIMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 2Work Zone Traffic ControlIMSA Roadway Lighting Level 1Windows based softwareTroubleshooting skillsMathematical principlesFollow instructionsCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

1-3 years experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 2 certification

Work Zone Traffic Control certification

IMSA Roadway Lighting Level 1 certification

Valid Texas Class 'A' or 'B' CDL driver's license required, Class 'A' preferred

Knowledge of principles and practices of electrical/electronic theory

Knowledge of technical manuals for installation and maintenance of traffic control devices

Knowledge of use of a computerized system for coordinating traffic movement

Understanding of schematics, site plans, maps, and engineering drawings

Knowledge of mathematical principles

Basic use of Windows based software

Ability to work with electricity

Ability to operate and maintain computerized signal and communication equipment

Ability to troubleshoot or repair problems regarding traffic control devices

Ability to troubleshoot or repair data communication equipment and cable

Ability to install or remove electronic devices

Ability to wire and connect cable necessary for signalized intersections

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Skill in use of equipment such as trenchers, concrete saws, hand tools, electrical testing equipment, boom trucks, bucket trucks, and various support equipment