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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E559 Traffic Systems Specialist IV - Del Rio, Texas in Del Rio, Texas
Performs specialized and complex electrical/electronic technical work related to traffic management/control systems, communication, illumination or traffic data collection devices/systems. Serves as a lead worker for technical employees engaged in developing, installing, testing, programming and repairing of electrical/electronic devices/systems. Work may require working in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.Essential Duties: Assists in planning and reviewing traffic signal and illumination projects to include writing specifications. Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects. Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights. Follows applicable safety procedures when working in an area where other utilities such as high voltage lines, gas lines, water and sewage lines and heavy traffic are located. Installs, maintains and replaces TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cables; monitors communication devices/systems; as required moves related equipment/items. Installs, troubleshoots and maintains hardware and software related to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, land mobile radio communication systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System. May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team membersandrsquo; career conversations ; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage. Operates and maintains complex electronic traffic management systems. Performs complex electronic repairs and rewires systems; adjusts and reprograms equipment/systems and replaces controllers and other electronic devices. Provides technical expertise and training of field technicians in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of complex electronic/electrical systems in the field. Responds to complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.