Traffic Systems Technician I/II-Transguide

Performs routine work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance and programming of traffic systems/ traffic signals, 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.

Annual Salary Ranges

Traffic Systems Technician I (A16) - $40,918 - $61,130

Traffic Systems Technician II (A18) - $45,521 - $71,055

This position is for a Traffic Systems Technician I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Performs routine work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance and programming of traffic systems/ traffic signals, 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.

Annual Salary Ranges

Traffic Systems Technician I (A16) - $40,918 - $61,130

Traffic Systems Technician II (A18) - $45,521 - $71,055

This position is for a Traffic Systems Technician I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

San Antonio Transguide Office (SAT TRANS)
3500 NW LOOP 410
San Antonio, 78229

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)

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)

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:

Traffic Systems Technician I

• Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and repair of electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and 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 maintaining stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, products and materials are available for scheduled projects.
• Assists in measuring intersections and evaluating traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors
  for adjusting timing of traffic signals and systems
• Learns to identify, troubleshoot, problem solve and identify possible new site characteristics

• Learns to install, maintain and replace TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cable and communication modems; monitors communication devices/systems

Traffic Systems Technician II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Assists in designing and reviewing traffic signal, traffic data collection and illumination design projects
• Assists in measuring intersections and evaluating traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors
• 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 repairs electronic traffic control,
  communication, traffic data collection and illumination systems
• Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation
  Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System
• Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, equipment, products and materials are available for scheduled
  projects.
• Operates, maintains and services equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws,
  trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and 18-wheel calibration truck.
• Prepares written reports that provide feedback on systems including ease of installation and setup, status of inventory
  needs, any problems encountered or other issues
• Assists in gathering background information for traffic and signal tort claims
• Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions
• Assists in working with other governmental and private entities concerning utilities and rights-of-way
• Follows applicable safety procedures when working in an area where other utilities such as high voltage lines gas lines,
  water and sewage lines and heavy traffic are located
• Moves/assists in the placement of barricades, cones and other traffic control devices
• Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

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:

Traffic Systems Technician I

• Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and repair of electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, and 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 maintaining stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, products and materials are available for scheduled projects.
• Assists in measuring intersections and evaluating traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors
  for adjusting timing of traffic signals and systems
• Learns to identify, troubleshoot, problem solve and identify possible new site characteristics

• Learns to install, maintain and replace TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cable and communication modems; monitors communication devices/systems

Traffic Systems Technician II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Assists in designing and reviewing traffic signal, traffic data collection and illumination design projects
• Assists in measuring intersections and evaluating traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors
• 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 repairs electronic traffic control,
  communication, traffic data collection and illumination systems
• Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation
  Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System
• Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, equipment, products and materials are available for scheduled
  projects.
• Operates, maintains and services equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws,
  trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers and 18-wheel calibration truck.
• Prepares written reports that provide feedback on systems including ease of installation and setup, status of inventory
  needs, any problems encountered or other issues
• Assists in gathering background information for traffic and signal tort claims
• Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions
• Assists in working with other governmental and private entities concerning utilities and rights-of-way
• Follows applicable safety procedures when working in an area where other utilities such as high voltage lines gas lines,
  water and sewage lines and heavy traffic are located
• Moves/assists in the placement of barricades, cones and other traffic control devices
• Responds to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned