What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Traffic Technician position at City of DeSoto, TX?

Salary : $51,102.39 - $74,607.94 Annually

Location : DeSoto, TX

Job Type : Regular Fulltime

Job Number : 01108

Department : Development Services

Division : Traffic

Opening Date : 07 / 15 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Description

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

L- We lift up our community
O- We take ownership of our collective performance
V- We value and respect all employees
E- We empower employees to grow

The purpose of the position is to provide first line support to a work group or unit completing the construction, repair and maintenance of traffic signals and signs on streets and roadways. This is accomplished by instructing crews; completing traffic signal maintenance and repair; fabricating signs; preparing equipment for installation; installing and modifying signals; completing inspections; and preparing equipment for installation. Other duties include maintaining roadway lighting; conducting traffic counts and fabricating signage.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Works as lead for a unit or group by assigning work unit tasks; scheduling equipment and services; overseeing the maintenance and repair of signs and signals; researching and preparing budget information; ensuring all safety practices are followed; and resolving unexpected problems.

Completes signal and flasher maintenance by diagnosing problems; replacing lamps; repairing, replacing and aligning signal heads and signs; connecting power failures; and testing the operation of replaced equipment.

Prepares equipment for installation by ordering poles, signs, letters and other related materials; fabricating signs; ensuring current standards are met in the installation and maintenance of signs; testing controllers, controller cabinets and associated equipment; and assembling signal heads and signal associated signs.

Completes preventive maintenance by checking controllers, cabinets and associated equipment; tightening connections and hardware; replacing lamps; checking emergency vehicle and loop detectors; ordering warehouse supplies; and testing operation of replaced equipment.

Installs signals and zone flashers by completing site preparations; running cables and conduits; erecting poles; installing controllers; and installing, connecting and testing signals.

Completes traffic counts by placing and retrieving counters; downloading data; and presenting information.

Qualifications

High School Graduation or equivalent

Three Years of experience constructing and repairing traffic signal systems and signs

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the maintenance, construction, installation and repair of traffic signals and signs, electricity and related wiring, and electronics as it related to traffic signal equipment

Skill in the operation of bucket trucks, hand and power tools and two way radios

Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products

Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials

Ability to read and interpret schematics on wiring diagrams, troubleshoot and repair traffic signal equipment and malfunctions, and operate electronic test equipment

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National

The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National

This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks

Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay

Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security

Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System

Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2 : 1.

Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation

Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave

Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays

Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay

Earned at a rate of $4 per month.

This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation

Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire / Police

Eligible for Education / Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual / Empower

Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.

Salary : $51,102 - $74,608

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