Signal Systems Technician II

About City of Fort Worth

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.

Job Summary

A Signal Systems Technician II job is available with the City of Fort Worth TPW Transportation Management Division. We are seeking highly skilled & motivated individuals who want to expand their technical knowledge and professional career by being involved in the implementation of state-of-the-art technology with traffic signals and an ITS system.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, oversee, and participate in the more complex and difficult work of employees responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals.
• Ability to operate and instruct employees in the operation of various electronic devices.
• Customer service and computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, are required.
• Operate Bucket Truck and Line Truck.
• Filling in for crew leader.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with additional specialized training in traffic signal systems and/or electrical wiring.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible electronic and/or electrical experience in the repair and maintenance of electronic equipment and/or traffic signal and street lighting systems.
• Possession of Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
• Possession of or ability to obtain IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 certificate within 12 months of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years of experience in traffic signal systems, electrical wiring, and maintaining signal equipment like controllers and vehicle detection systems.
• Four (4) or more years of experience Troubleshooting Traffic signals and School Zone Flashers.
• Possession of an Electrician’s License.
• IMSA Level II Certified Work Zone Traffic Control Certified.

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Pension Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities