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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E552 Traffic Systems Technician I or II (Traffic Signal Crew) in Odessa, Texas
Traffic Systems Tech I:Performs entry-level work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance 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 perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.Traffic Systems Tech II: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 Tech I:Assists in maintaining stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, products and material are available for scheduled projects.Assists in operating, maintaining and servicing equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, concrete saws, trenching machines, cable locating instruments, insulation testers.Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.Assist 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.Learns to identify, troubleshoot, problem solve and identify possible new site characteristics.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 Tech II: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.Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, products and material 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.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.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.
