Senior Electronic Technician - Transportation and Infrastructure Management Center

Under general supervision, is responsible for applying technical expertise in diagnosing malfunctions or operational irregularities with traffic signal, school flasher, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and communications equipment. Troubleshoots, repairs, upgrades, and maintains traffic signal equipment. Working conditions are inside and outside with exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, high noise areas, dust, and unfavorable fumes and vapors. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

**This position will not require a CDL license and is not eligible for Safety Incentive Pay.**

Work Location

3500 NW Loop 410 (Transguide), San Antonio, Texas 78229

Work Hours

Hours will vary between 5:00 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. 7 days a week; weekends and evening shifts on a rotational basis throughout the year.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitors traffic signal system status remotely from the Traffic Management Center.
• Implements changes to timings based on equipment malfunctions, construction activities, requests from consultants, or as directed by the Engineer.
• Monitors citizen requests using the SAP Plant Maintenance system.
• Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains the communications equipment related to the traffic signals.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Dispatches Public Works field crews.
• Inspects, tests, and repairs digital, solid-state, analog microprocessor traffic/revenue control, traffic signal, alarm, and data communication systems.
• Performs circuit analysis of digital and analog traffic/revenue control equipment, volume and density computers, cycle generators, display devices, coding equipment, and vehicle detectors.
• Wires traffic-control cabinets which include field wiring.
• Repairs broken-down signal/revenue-control equipment and prepares for servicing.
• Designs and builds test equipment to perform repairs and test functions for signal/revenue control equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Troubleshoots, isolates, and replaces or repairs faulty unit components.
• Operates electronic equipment to program various types of traffic signal controllers and traffic/revenue control equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electro-mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Documents all work performed in the field and in the shop.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Must obtain the appropriate type of Texas commercial 'CDL' or Texas operator's license within ninety (90) days of employment. The type of license required will be determined by the location and type and size of vehicle operated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance System,
• Knowledge of computerized traffic control systems.
• Practical working knowledge of traffic signal timing principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to handle all the physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

The City of San Antonio, Texas is the 7th largest city in the United States, with a corporate boundary of 486 square miles, serving a population of 1.4 million residents. We are committed to excellence in the delivery of services to San Antonio residents and visitors. Core Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Professionalism are principles which define the culture of the 40 departments within our organization, which include Parks & Recreation, San Antonio International Airport, Development Services, Public Works, Convention Facilities, Building & Equipment Services, Libraries, and IT.