Abilene Zoological Gardens · 5 hours ago
Signals - Traffic Services Specialist I/II/III
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expAbilene Zoological Gardens is seeking a Traffic Services Specialist to perform skilled work in the maintenance and installation of traffic control equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, servicing, and ensuring compliance with city and state codes related to traffic signals and signage.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Perform preventive maintenance and installation of traffic signal equipment and regulatory, warning, construction, and guide signs as well as all pavement markings in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)
Perform troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of traffic signal equipment, signs and pavement markings; assist in the installation, and modification of these assets and equipment
Interpret blueprints, City maps, manuals, schematics, and street measurements when preparing sites for pavement markings, sign location and signal equipment written in English language
Place channeling devices and warning signs for on-street work for lane closures and transitions in accordance with the TMUTCD
Operate computer laptops and tablets with specialized software including but not limited to: traffic sign and signal management database, traffic sign making software proprietary signal software, and other applicable programs
Operate various equipment including light and medium duty trucks with bucket lifts, hydraulic dump bed and lift gate, forklift, striping equipment, stripe remover, adhesive applicator, squeeze roll applicator, sign fabricator, letter cutter, banding tool, jack hammer, chain saw, parking meters, power tools, drill press, cutting torch, welder, and plasma cutter
Operate various electronic test equipment and analyzers to include but not limited to: networking, copper and fiber optic installation troubleshooting equipment, radio, wide area network, and local area network
Perform traffic counts with both video and/or radar and utilize traffic count software
Install, maintain, and repair street light components
Perform on-call duties independently with minimum supervision after a one (1) to six (6) month training period dependent on experience and position level
Qualification
Required
Under general supervision of the Division Managers – Signs, Signals, and Lighting, to perform a variety of skilled work involved in the installation, construction, modification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of solid-state electronic/microprocessor based traffic control equipment and traffic control devices, associated equipment to include communication, detection, street marking, signage and street lighting related to transportation in accordance with applicable City and State codes
Perform preventive maintenance and installation of traffic signal equipment and regulatory, warning, construction, and guide signs as well as all pavement markings in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)
Perform troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of traffic signal equipment, signs and pavement markings; assist in the installation, and modification of these assets and equipment
Interpret blueprints, City maps, manuals, schematics, and street measurements when preparing sites for pavement markings, sign location and signal equipment written in English language
Place channeling devices and warning signs for on-street work for lane closures and transitions in accordance with the TMUTCD
Operate computer laptops and tablets with specialized software including but not limited to: traffic sign and signal management database, traffic sign making software proprietary signal software, and other applicable programs
Operate various equipment including light and medium duty trucks with bucket lifts, hydraulic dump bed and lift gate, forklift, striping equipment, stripe remover, adhesive applicator, squeeze roll applicator, sign fabricator, letter cutter, banding tool, jack hammer, chain saw, parking meters, power tools, drill press, cutting torch, welder, and plasma cutter
Operate various electronic test equipment and analyzers to include but not limited to: networking, copper and fiber optic installation troubleshooting equipment, radio, wide area network, and local area network
Perform traffic counts with both video and/or radar and utilize traffic count software
Install, maintain, and repair street light components
Perform on-call duties independently with minimum supervision after a one (1) to six (6) month training period dependent on experience and position level
Knowledge Of: Principles of occupational hazards, safe work practices specifically in traffic operations, electrical hazards, and safety typical of maintenance work i.e., lockout, tag out practices
Electronic circuit troubleshooting, computer networking and IP addressing
Practices, methods, and use of equipment, tools, and materials used in traffic operations, brush abatement and maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment
Operating characteristics of the City of Abilene Traffic Engineering & Operations Division and the TMUTCD
Safe driving principles and practices as well as safe use of tools, equipment, and safety at elevated working positions
Skill To: Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to air compressor, portable generator, meters, test equipment, hand tools and, electric- powered tools, hand, and/or bench mounted
Operate office equipment and technical equipment including but not limited to computer laptop, desktop, tablet, and signal controllers/equipment
Utilize software to include but not limited to databases, spreadsheets, documents, and email
Utilize technical programs for signal equipment, sign and marking equipment, and vehicle count and classification
Operate a motor vehicle safely including bucket trucks with various boom lengths
Ability To: Perform on-call duties independently with minimum supervision after a six month training period
Understand and accurately carry out oral and written instructions in the English language
Maintain and accurately complete daily and ongoing detailed records and reports for traffic signs and signals using a computerized management database
Obtain knowledge of methods, materials, manuals, and equipment used in traffic services device maintenance and repair
Learn to perform maintenance and repair of signals, signs and pavement markings
Understand electronic fundamentals and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
Learn specialized manual and technical tasks
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English language
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect
Experience: This is an entry-level position
Previous experience in outdoor manual work environment and labor is required
A valid Texas driver's license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required
One (1) year of experience as a Traffic Services Specialist I with the City of Abilene or three (3) years of verifiable experience in a related field is required
Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Traffic Services Specialist II with the City of Abilene or five (5) years of verifiable experience in a Traffic Services position is required
Preferred
One (1) year of previous experience in preventive maintenance, electronic troubleshooting, and traffic control
Two (2) years of training in a technical electronics field
College course work in Electronics Systems Technology or a related field
Three (3) years of training in a technical electronics field
Work Zone Traffic training
International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I in Signs or Signals
A college degree in Electronics Systems Technology or a related field
International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II in Signs or Signals
Company
Abilene Zoological Gardens
At Abilene Zoological Gardens (The Abilene Zoo) our purpose and our Mission is to be "a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife" for the citizens and the visitors of Abilene, Texas where we are one of the prominent, must-see, attractions in the City of Abilene.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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