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Title: 521 - Traffic Signal Technician

Organization: EPW: Electrical Signals

Department: Electrical Signals

Location: EPW

Rate of Pay: $18.69

Job Summary

The Sign Technician is responsible for installing traffic signs, barricading streets, painting curbs
and arrows. Assist in mowing grass, trim trees and bushes. These duties are performed for
public streets. Employee works independently in the field and is responsible for decision
making requiring technical discretion, sound judgement, and familiarity with a variety of codes,
ordinances, and construction methods. The employee works according to set procedures under
direct supervision.

Competencies

• Safety Acumen
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Self-Awareness
• Flexible
• Critical Thinking
• Trust
• Responsible
• Ethical

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Safely operates tools and equipment in all types of weather, or conditions. The job may
include morning, evening, weekend, holiday, split, or other work schedules.
• Install traffic signs and ensures other signs are properly mounted.
• Assist in barricading streets as necessary.
• Keeps record of traffic reports and inventory of equipment.
• Installs guard rails as needed
• Mows grass and trim tree branches and bushes.
• Digs holes and mixes cement for the installation of poles and signs
• Cleans, services and maintains equipment use for daily operations.
• Reports hazardous and dangerous conditions in and around the facility and streets,
including incidents/accidents immediately.
• Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Education & Experience

High school or GED.
One (1) yr. related experience.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Independence & Judgement

Minimal judgment; instructions, once established and defined, normally allow the job to be
accomplished without direct and/or constant supervision; mostly routine work requiring that
employee recognize obvious problems; situations outside the instructions are referred to the
supervisor or lead worker.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Low chance for error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard
procedures: not demanded to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to
supervisor.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining
cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or
sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Light physical effort such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to
30-50lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; use of a City vehicle.

Working Conditions

Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise
insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful
environment.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a
physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its
employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with
eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans
for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health
insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier
Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available
as a voluntary benefit.
Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental
insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and
15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and
100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays
per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life
experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of
our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.