Traffic Signals Technician Lead

Job Description:

Traffic Signals Technician Lead

Description

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At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special?

• Make a Difference : Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
  
• Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives.
  
• Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
  
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• Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
  
• Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
  
• Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
  
• Modern Workspaces : Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
  

By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

About Us!

Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under the direction of the Supervisor, responsible for leading, coordinating, and the performance and completion of daily work assignments and crew activities on routine and complex job assignments. Responsible for the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of all types of traffic signal instrumentation and related electrical equipment essential to traffic control.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Reviews work orders, assigns work, and provides guidance and training to others. Ensures assigned work is completed in a timely manner.
  
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, installs, programs, repairs, inspects, and maintains routine and complex job assignments including but not limited to traffic signal equipment and associated electronic components.
  
• Reviews and interprets engineering plans, blueprints, profiles, work orders, and schematics to perform routine or complex installation or repair and maintenance of traffic signal equipment and associated electronic equipment.
  
• Monitors, evaluates, troubleshoots, and connects power lines and cables to traffic signals.
  
• Assigns or operates, diagnoses, repairs, calibrates, and maintains electronic testing equipment.
  
• Assigns or sets-up and operates hydraulic or aerial bucket truck or other City vehicle. Assigns or checks, cleans, and services equipment.
  
• Evaluates employee performance.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of ADA requirements as it pertains to traffic signals and applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and ordinances.
  
• Knowledge of the National Electrical code, American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) provisions, construction practices and procedures, safety policies and procedures, City practices, policies and procedures related to codes, and procedures related to traffic control, signals, signs, and markings.
  
• Knowledge of surge suppression, radio frequency communications, power supply systems, and fiber optics networks.
  
• Knowledge of computer and internet networking principles, equipment installation and IP address programming, customer services request system, networking and programming principles.
  
• Knowledge of effective principles and practices of leadership.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in the oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in the use of a laptop, monitor, or other device to program and diagnose a variety of networked devices.
  
• Skill in the use of equipment such as bucket trucks, cranes, reel trucks, and other equipment, hand tools, multimeter, and other electronics testing equipment used to diagnose and prevent potential issues within electronic signal devices.
  
• Ability to accurately log and report work progress, materials, man hours, etc. with or without the use of computer software.
  
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair electronic components, test and calibrate instruments to make precision and close tolerance repairs and adjustments.
  
• Ability to effectively explain policy to employees in a professional manner.
  
• Ability to effectively manage projects and delegate responsibilities and establish and maintain effective working relationships with both City employees and the public and in a leadership role.
  
• Ability to install, splice, remove, and test wiring and electronic components, interpret engineering plans, blueprints, profiles, work orders, and schematics.
  
• Ability to guide, train, monitor, evaluate and provide feedback on the work of others.
  
• Ability to use cell phones, two-way radios, and other communications equipment.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of experience in a construction, electronics maintenance, or signal-related role.
  
• Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Must have a Texas Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within five (5) months of employment or approved extension by the Department Director or designee.
  
• Valid Texas Driver License.
  
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification Level 2.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in repair and maintenance of electrical equipment such as communications, computer and peripheral or control and instrumentation equipment.
  
• Experience installing and pulling cable underground and aerial.
  
• Experience troubleshooting electronic equipment installation and maintenance of traffic signals or related/similar equipment.
  
• Ability to work in all types of weather/severe weather conditions to install/repair traffic signals and related equipment.
  
• Ability to work in a bucket truck at heights up to 40 feet.
  
• Ability to use independent judgement, be innovative and creative, and be able to develop solutions to technical issues.
  
• Skill in using computers to troubleshoot traffic signal issues.
  
• Extensive experience in leading and training of traffic signal field crews.
  
• Experience creating or teaching traffic signal work related courses or providing on-the-job training for peers or subordinates.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Traffic Signals Technician Lead will work under limited supervision, in the testing and specification of electronic equipment and lead crews in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, school flashers, pedestrian hybrid beacons, and network communication.

Essential Employee:

This position is considered an “Essential” role and is essential to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. As an employee that has been designated as “Essential” the expectation will be to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to serve the community. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

Pay Range: $26.86 - $32.43 per hour.

Hours: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hours are subject to change dependent on operational needs or expectations to include nights and/or weekends.

Location: 8900 Cameron Road, Austin, TX, 78754.

Drug Testing: To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. Must have a Texas Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within five (5) months of employment or approved extension by the Department Director or designee.

External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

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Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities, and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!

A Cover Letter and Resume are required for this position. Please be sure to upload these documents for consideration.

Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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Applicant: READ THIS STATEMENT Regarding your Application:

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., "see resume" or "see Linked In Profile"). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Close Job Posting:

Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes: Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:

Austin Transportation and Public Works use the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-11-08