Traffic Management Systems Specialist I & II - Traffic Safety Division

Traffic Management Systems Specialist I & II

Help Build the Future of Smart Transportation! Are you a hands-on technical professional who enjoys working with advanced technology, solving complex problems, and making a direct impact on public safety? Join our team as an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Specialist and play a critical role in keeping transportation networks connected, efficient, and safe across the state. As a Regional Traffic Management System Specialist, you will independently perform specialized statewide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities for advanced transportation technologies, traffic signal systems, and roadway illumination systems.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

Salary

Minimum: $54,278.00

Maximum: $87,046.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

North Harris County Ae/Maint 16803 EASTEX FREEWAY Humble 77347

Other Locations: UST-Texas-Houston

Travel

Yes, 25% of the Time Shift: Day

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Position Description

Responsible for performing specialized statewide installation, troubleshooting and repairs related to Intelligent Transportation Systems, Traffic Signal systems and illumination systems. Work involves providing assistance to districts with signal upgrades and coordination with ITD on enhancing signal connectivity. Assists with coordination of workforce for responses during emergency operations. Reports to the TRF Regional Crew Branch Manager. Works requires extensive contact and coordination with district and division. Requires statewide travel and may require frequent working in heavy traffic. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware and software related to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) including Dynamic Message Boards (DMS) and related appurtenances Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) infrastructure, Roadside Equipment (RSE) used in conjunction with Connected Vehicle (CV) technology, vehicle detection systems, cellular communication devices, fiber optic technology, electrical services and drilled shaft foundations
• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware and software related to traffic signals including signal inter-connectivity/networking, controller units, controller cabinets, advance and presence vehicle detection, electrical services, signal poles/mast arms, vehicle and pedestrian signal heads, pedestrian detection elements, Roadside Flashing Beacon Assemblies (RFBA), school zone signals and drilled shaft foundations
• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, replaces and upgrades hardware related to roadway illumination systems including roadway illumination poles, Light Emitting Diode (LED) fixtures, High Pressure Sodium (HPS) fixtures, electrical services and drilled shaft foundations
• Operates and maintains equipment such as bucket trucks, drilling and pole setting rigs, trenching machines, skid steers, cable locating instruments, electronic test equipment and/or insulation resistance testers
• Travels to or coordinates with district to coordinate workforce and provide Traffic Management system support during emergency operations
• Coordinates with local TxDOT district offices for traffic control, supplies, and assistance, as well as serves as a liaison with city, county and other governmental and private entities concerning traffic issues and works to establish viable solutions
• Ensures safe work environment in compliance with safety requirements and standards and strict adherence to the National Electrical Code( NEC) and local electrical ordinances
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 25, 2026, 6:41:36 PM

Unposting Date

Oct 10, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s

Engineering Specialist IV, V

State Job Code/s

2130, 2131

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on the link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.