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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Traffic Systems Specialist I or II - Traffic Operations - **Company:** TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - **Location:** Laredo, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $45,521.0 - $76,028.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Programming, Digital Data, Subsystems, Traffic Analysis, Communication Devices - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5549a43d97bf9777 ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Troubleshooting electrical systems?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies., Traffic Systems Specialist I: 2 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Traffic Systems Specialist II: 3 years experience in construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic management, transportation engineering, design, traffic systems maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis., Valid US driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License from date of employment., Traffic Systems Specialist I: * Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals * The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system * Traffic flow principles and procedures * The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices * Electrical inspection standards, codes and procedures * Electrical construction procedures * Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair techniques * Digital data communications and closed circuit television systems * Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Traffic Systems Specialist II: * Traffic engineering terminology and fundamentals * Traffic flow principles and procedures * Digital data communications and closed circuit television systems * Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes * Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems * Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans * Using heavy highway equipment ## Description Performs specialized electrical/electronic technical work related to traffic management/control systems, communication, illumination or traffic data collection devices/systems. Work involves technical expertise 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties Traffic Systems Specialist I: * Drives/operates a bucket truck to install and repair electronic traffic control devices at various heights. * 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 * Maintains stock and equipment to ensure necessary tools, equipment, products and materials are available for scheduled projects. * Measures intersections and evaluates traffic patterns and timing sequences; computes mathematical factors for adjusting timing of traffic signals and/or systems. * Operates and maintains complex electronic test equipment to repair and test electronic traffic 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. * Researches and gathers background information for traffic and signal tort claims. * Responds to complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions. Traffic System Specialist II: * Administers contracts for the installation and maintenance of traffic management/control, illumination and data collection devices * Assists in monitoring the proper disposition and replacement of equipment. * Designs and reviews traffic signal, traffic data collection or illumination projects; makes recommendations. * Develops and prepares written reports that provide feedback on systems including ease of installation and setup, status of inventory needs, any problems encountered or other issues. * Monitors and inspects contracted work sites, Traffic Systems Specialist I or II: * Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions * Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals * Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device * Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs * Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling * Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction * Standing-prolonged periods of time * Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another * Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand * Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words * Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. * This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. * Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. + Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. * To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency's critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries., 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. 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