Traffic Safety Technician

Join our dynamic team at the City of Pharr as a Full-Time Traffic Safety Technician, where your passion for community safety meets innovation and professionalism. This onsite role allows you to make a tangible impact in the vibrant city of Pharr, TX, improving traffic safety for residents and visitors alike. With a competitive annual salary of $30,300.00, you will work in an energetic environment that values problem-solving and customer-centricity. As a Traffic Safety Technician, you’ll engage in meaningful problem-solving initiatives that enhance road safety, collaborate with forward-thinking professionals, and contribute to the continuous improvement of city infrastructure.

Experience the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts directly contribute to the well-being of the community you serve. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and Retirement. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a difference!

Make a difference as a Traffic Safety Technician

As a Full-Time Traffic Safety Technician at the City of Pharr, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the safety of our roadways. Your responsibilities will include troubleshooting malfunctions in traffic signals, conducting systematic inspections of traffic control devices, and ensuring they operate optimally. You will be hands-on in repairing, cleaning, and replacing traffic control signs, as well as striping pavement markings for clear communication to drivers.

Additionally, you will perform minor repairs and maintenance on electronic traffic signal devices, such as replacing bulbs and lubricating components, while also setting points and timing for control boxes. In assisting with the installation of traffic signal devices and performing minor electrical work, you will contribute directly to the safety and efficiency of our traffic management system. Other duties may be assigned to ensure the highest standards of traffic safety are upheld.

Are you a good fit for this Traffic Safety Technician job?

To thrive as a Full-Time Traffic Safety Technician with the City of Pharr, a robust skill set and relevant knowledge base are essential. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of the Texas Municipal Uniform Traffic Control Devices, ensuring adherence to state regulations. Familiarity with hazards and applicable safety precautions is crucial for maintaining personal and public safety while performing duties. Proficiency in electrical systems and hands-on experience with street marking machines and equipment are vital for effective operation and maintenance.

Additionally, a solid understanding of circuit boards, processor chips, and electronic equipment is necessary, along with competency in computer hardware, software, and programming. Skills in general traffic control maintenance will be invaluable, enabling you to implement solutions efficiently and contribute to the overall safety and effectiveness of our traffic management initiatives.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Knowledge of the Texas Municipal Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions.

• Knowledge of electrical systems.

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of street marking machines and equipment.

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processor chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

• Skills in the process of general traffic control maintenance.

Your next step

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.