Operations Tech - Field Traffic Systems

Job Description - ITS Operations Tech I (2600214)

Job Description

ITS Operations Tech I - ( 2600214 )

Position Information

The Paris District is currently seeking an ITS Operation Tech I to join the Traffic Section located in Paris, Texas. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and want to make a meaningful impact by helping keep Texas roadways safe for their families, friends, and communities. If you’re ready to be part of a dedicated team and build a career as big as TEXAS, we encourage you to apply today and join our TxDOT family.

The Paris District is guided by three core values:

• Improve our safety
• Value our employees
• Preserve our asset.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Monitors traffic via computerized surveillance and control equipment located within an Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) managed area. Disseminates information to the public through various forms of communication. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

• Adjusts and performs minor maintenance or repairs to system equipment.
• Advises the general public of traffic conditions through the use of computerized variable message signs, highway advisory
  radio and/or low frequency television broadcasts.
• Assists in performing real time traffic studies to determine traffic routing.
• Coordinates with districts and divisions on developing and implementing Title VI policies, procedures, manuals and
  guidelines.
• Disseminates traffic information through various communication devices to other governmental agencies located within the operations center and/or managed area.
• Monitors traffic flow and conditions through the use of loop detector systems, closed circuit television systems and/or
  automated vehicle identification systems.
• Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed.
• Uses two-way radios to interact with other transportation and law enforcement agencies.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

2 years of experience in Traffic studies, analysis, computer ops, electronics, traffic management, telecommunication ops. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Freeway management system concepts and operations
• Traffic flow principles and procedures
• Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
• Applicable ITS related computer applications and operations
• Emergency response procedures
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Coordinating and directing multiple projects
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing…