Sign & Signal Field Technician

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Performs tasks related to the creation of streets signs and graph designs for traffic and directional signs. Installs, maintains or repairs traffic signs and signal systems and fixtures. Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Utilizes various software to design and create street signs and traffic and directional signs. Repairs and maintains departmental street signs, and regulatory traffic signs and pavement markings. Operates equipment to create, transport, and install signs, i.e., forklifts, buckets. Troubleshoots, adjusts, and corrects signal detection systems and programs detection systems linked signals under the city’s control. Installs traffic data collection devices. Collects data and generates reports to determine proper speed limits, sign and signal placements and other traffic improvements. Installs signs and markings per TMUTCD standards that are required for the transportation system. trucks, hand tools, plotter, scissor lifts, and auger drills. Repairs and maintains traffic signal equipment i.e. controllers, signal heads, etc. Install traffic signal controllers, signal heads, cameras, etc. Coordinates with GISD to maintain school flashers and timing schedules for school zones. Works closely with IT to help diagnose fiber connection issues regarding city-maintained signals. Maintains electric lines from the service to the signals and the luminaire attached to the signalized intersection. Maintains ESRI GIS based street sign inventory. Assist during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, training and Experience Guidelines High School or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience in sign maintenance, sign repair, creation, printing and modification or related experience. One (1) year of the required experience must have included operating heavy equipment. OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Completion of a technical school program in electronics may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. Knowledge of: Traffic progression and coordinated signal timing. Current maintenance of signals, signal cameras and controllers. Specialized computers, scanners, software, plotters, silk screening equipment and engravers. Basic sign maintenance and repair. Safety practices and procedures. Safety pertaining to Working within the ROW (in the road or on the shoulder) Federal, State and Local laws. City practice, policy and procedures. Right of Way construction or maintenance. Skill in: Performing work tasks with minimum supervision. Communicating effective, both orally and in writing. Handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Planning and organizing work. Using computers and related software. Performing mathematical calculations for accurate measurements. Mixing paint or inks to maximize the capabilities of sign-making computers. Operating bucket trucks, forklifts, auger lift, and other required equipment. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history. Preferred: Class B Commercial Texas driver’s license & tanker endorsement within one (1) year of hire. Must complete IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire. Must complete IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire. Must complete IMSA Traffic Signs & Pavement Marking Technician I certification within eighteen (18) months of hire. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls. Temperature extremes from weather; dust; work near moving traffic, noise from street sweeper. Routine scheduled 24 hours on-call time is required on a rotating basis within the department. Hiring Range: $22.31 - $27.95, hourly. #LoveWhereYouWork! Check out the benefits of working with us here. Regular-Full time If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The City of Georgetown, Texas is a municipality of 106,000 (census estimate for 2024) located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. The City can be best characterized by its educated, engaged citizens, its award-winning parks and trails, and its ability to maintain a cohesive, smaller-town feel despite its amazing growth. Our organization's culture is driven by its 5 core values of: Trust, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Work-Life Balance. The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer. Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S. For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at