Job Details
Position Description
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe and efficient flow of City traffic. This is accomplished by maintaining City signs and traffic signals. Other duties include maintaining school zone flashers, monitoring and installation of traffic signal coordination, and providing customer service and interaction with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direct supervision to other employees.
Why Work for the City of North Richland Hills?
As an employee of the City of North Richland Hills you will experience more than just a job, more than a paycheck. Working for the City of North Richland Hills means becoming a member of our family and reaping the benefits that go along with it.
Insurance
Full time employees are offered a complete line of benefits, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, access to employer paid health clinic, life insurance equal to three times your salary and optional supplemental life insurance and long term disability programs.
Retirement
As a full time employee you will become a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City of North Richland Hills making contributions towards your account. You can also put savings toward retirement in the voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan.
Vacation, Holidays and Sick Leave
The city offers vacation and sick leave, as well as ten paid holidays. Full time employees earn two weeks of vacation during their first year of employment and 10 hours of sick leave a month.
What We're Looking For
Traffic Technician -
Minimum requirements
* High School Diploma or GED.
* Must obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License.
* Two years of experience in maintaining and repairing electrical equipment.
* Two years of experience in computer programming or software design.
The ideal candidate might have experience in one or more of the following categories.
* Traffic signal software or programming.
* Working knowledge of radio communication systems and installation.
* Troubleshooting electrical equipment and repair.
* Any level of IMSA Certification or the ability to obtain within two years of hire date.
* Knowledge of traffic signal coordination, timing, and application.
* Installation of IP addresses and configuration.
* Technical problem solving with software or electrical equipment.
* Enjoys examining facts and information in order to learn or improve skills.
Additional Information
Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 am-4:00 pm. Stand-by required.
Posting is Open until Filled.