Traffic Signal Technician

Are you ready to play a vital role in shaping the smooth flow of traffic in our city? We are seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Traffic Signal Technician. As a crucial member of our organization, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless installation and maintenance of the City's traffic control devices, making our streets safer and more efficient for everyone. Apply today with The City of Grand Prairie!

• Performs traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair by completing scheduled maintenance and repair; and completing emergency repairs as needed.

• Installs and maintains fiber optic equipment by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic equipment, video equipment, and systems utilizing sophisticated electronic test equipment.

• Performs signal installations and programming by installing traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replacing major components; and programming controllers.

• Ensures proper traffic signal operation by manually controlling signals for special functions like: unusual circumstances such as vehicle damage and emergency traffic control during natural disasters.

• Updates technical knowledge of current advances within the field by receiving training on all aspects of work areas including: fiber optics, new products, and how to troubleshoot and perform repairs correctly.

• Trains employees by ensuring that all new Level I employees can properly maintain and repair small problems in cabinets and change bulbs in field signals.

• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.

• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.

• Education: Training beyond high school. Could include some college hours, technical school, or correspondence course.

• Experience: 2 years of related experience.

• Licenses: Valid CDL Class A Driver's License required within first 6 months of employment.

• Certifications Required: International Municipal Signal Association Workzone, International Municipal Signal Association Traffic Signal Technician I, and International Municipal Signal Association Roadway Lighting I or the ability to obtain within first 6 months of employment.