Electronic Technician (Traffic Signal Maintenance)

Electronic Technician (Traffic Signal Maintenance)

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Electronic Technician (Traffic Signal Maintenance)

Salary

$22.20 Hourly

Location

6939 W. LOOP 1604 N., SAN ANTONIO, TX 78254, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01202

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for assisting in the installation, maintenance, programming, and troubleshooting a diverse range of traffic control devices and communications equipment ranging from L.E.D. equipped signal heads to programmable traffic signal controllers. Works under supervision in the installation and maintenance of various video detection systems and components, to include solar powered school flashers, battery backup units, high speed wireless communication devices as well as a multitude of other advanced electronic and electrical devices related to the traffic signal field. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

Northwest Service Center, 6939 W Loop 1604 N, Bldg. 2, San Antonio, TX 78254

Work Hours

6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Monday – Friday; hours are subject to change and may include evening and/or weekend shifts depending on circumstances (i.e. emergencies, special events, inclement weather, etc.) and will require on-call duties for emergency repair work after normal business hours and on weekends.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects, repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, tests, and upgrades traffic signal equipment.

• Programs various types of traffic signal and control equipment.

• Performs scheduled comprehensive traffic signal preventive maintenance activities.

• Provides response maintenance for traffic signal equipment in response to malfunctions resulting from vehicle crashes, weather events, vandalism, power outages or other uncontrollable phenomenon.

• Exercises technical expertise identifying equipment malfunction, developing and executing corrective measures.

• Ensures all work performed is completed and in compliance with City and industry standards.

• Documents all work performed in the field and in the shop and submits reports to supervisors.

• Assists in repairing electric motors and generators; installing inside wiring; repairing, and connecting or disconnecting transformers and similar power station equipment and local communication systems.

• Operates tools and equipment of the electrical trade to assist the Electrician in constructing service meter loops on exterior of buildings and any service cable or wiring in conjunction with exterior work.

• Drives truck hauling tools and materials as required; mixes and pours concrete when required.

• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).

• One (1) year of experience in electronic troubleshooting or completion of formal training program in electronics.

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of electronics or electrical experience.

• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of solid-state electronics, logic gates, digital, analog timing circuits, microprocessors, oscillators, and electronic measuring and testing equipment.

• Knowledge of electronic troubleshooting techniques.

• Knowledge of Alternating Current/Direct Current (AC/DC) theory.

• Knowledge of programming, traffic phasing, and timings.

• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they relate to electronics and the electrical trade.

• Skill in utilizing electronic measuring equipment, including a multichannel oscilloscope, frequency counter, digital voltmeter, volt ohm meter, diagnosis intervention unit, peripheral test set, protocol analyzer, capacitor/inductor analyzer, loop insulator detector, amp probe meter, cable/conduit locator, "NEMAL's" and "170's" controller tester.

• Skill in utilizing power hand tools.

• Skill in operating a small and large "Hi-ranger" bucket truck and a 3/4 ton truck.

• Skill in utilizing a concrete cutter.

• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee\_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.