What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Technician II position at City of Pasadena, TX?
Duties: Have a thorough knowledge of electrical systems and components of traffic control devices required to install, maintain, diagnose, and repair street lighting, traffic signals systems, and related equipment, including traffic signal supports and foundations, traffic signal signing, streetlights, flashers, controllers, signal indications, conflict monitors, detectors and other electrical components. Repairs equipment as instructed and when observed. Uses voltmeter, standard hand tools, electric drills, and other types of electrical test equipment to identify problems. Is able to make simple program changes to controllers for testing and field conditions. Assists in the planning and layout of conduit and cables necessary to provide signal operation in the conformance with the latest version of Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Operates various types of equipment including a forklift and bucket lift, and boom trucks. Subject to emergency call-out and periodic standby shifts. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Works the assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policy.
Qualifications: Associate's degree (A. A.) in engineering or related subject or technical school; or three years traffic related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents related to job duties. Valid Texas Driver's License. Must have thorough knowledge of electrical systems and components of traffic control devices with Level I IMSA Certification.
The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:
- Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
- The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
- Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
- The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
- As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
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Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
- Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
- From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
- From 11 to less than 21 years of service - four weeks of vacation per year.
- From 21 to less than 26 years of service - five weeks of vacation per year.
- From 26 years of service and up - six weeks of vacation per year.
Salary : $3,500
