A Traffic Technician conducts field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer.
Signal Craftsman Print Apply Signal Craftsman Salary $18.01 Hourly Location 801 Main Street, Beaumont, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 6200 Department Public Works Department Division Traffic Management Opening Date 08/17/2026 Closing Date 8/20/2026 5:00
PM Central Description Benefits Questions Duties and Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:
Performs electrical maintenance, repair and construction work in the field of traffic control including, but not limited to, the installation of wiring for traffic signal devices; installation of signal poles and arms; installation of breaker boxes and risors (coordinating installation with Entergy); assists with the installation and maintenance of freeway lighting facilities; installs and connects street lights as needed; assists with the installation of underground conduit; prepares supplies and equipment for field installation; assist traffic signal technicians and electricians.
Other Job Functions:
Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Working Conditions This position requires 100% onsite work. Must be able to work 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; may be subject to call-back(s), working extended hours and/or on weekends. Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather, on ladders and scaffolding at various heights, and in trenches and ditches; exposed to constant noise; exposed to electrical, mechanical shock, fumes/odor, dust/mites and chemical hazards.
Minimum Essential Qualifications Knowledge :
Thorough knowledge in the installation, repair and maintenance of traffic control devices; knowledge of applicable safety regulations and procedures.
Skills/Abilities:
Skilled in the use of tools and equipment required in the construction and maintenance of signal and electronic equipment; ability to work from plans and schematics; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, employees and the public; ability to effectively communicate orally; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform job assignments with limited supervision; ability to drive all vehicles assigned to the Transportation Division including pickups, pole cats, bucket trucks and dump trucks; ability to make mathematical calculations.
Physical Requirements:
Constantly sees, hears and writes by hand; frequently drives a vehicle, stands, stoops, walks, bends, crouches, kneels, reaches, sits, squats, cleans, twists body, climbs, uses measuring equipment, uses physical dexterity, operates a two-way radio and requires stamina; infrequently pulls objects weighing up to 70 lbs., holds objects weighting up to 40 lbs., lifts, carries, pushes and drags objects weighing up to 100 lbs.