Signal Systems Technician I

Pay Range: $18.32 - $22.90/hr.

Job Posting Closing on: Monday, February 23, 2026 📅

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 3:00 pm; Some evening/weekend work required.

The position is subject to “on-call” status twenty-four (24) hours a day; seven (7) days a week to respond to emergencies, work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends and holiday, as well as emergency “call-back” when not “on-call” to respond to emergencies after hours and complete priority projects.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities. Find Out More!

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆

A Signal Systems Technician I job is available with the City of Fort Worth in the Transportation and Public Works Department, Traffic Management Division. The Signal Systems Technician I assists in the installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of traffic signals equipment and ITS devices. The City of Fort Worth is looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual who wants to expand their technical knowledge and professional career by being involved in the implementation of state-of-the-art technology in the area of traffic signal and ITS systems. The City of Fort Worth is currently in the process of procuring and implementing new traffic signal controller hardware/software, new central traffic management systems software, a city fiber optic network, PTZ cameras, and other related ITS devices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED

• One (1) year of experience in electrical construction or electrical maintenance construction

• Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License required

• Possession of or ability to obtain IMSA Traffic Signal Tech Level I certificate within 12 months of hire date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Customer service experience

• Computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office

• Preference may be given for additional education, knowledge, experience and/or certifications as it relates to the position

• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations

• IMSA Traffic Signal Tech Certification

• One (1) year of direct traffic signal experience

The Signal Systems Technician I job responsibilities include:

• Assists technicians and crew leaders with materials, equipment and tools in the installation, maintenance and operation of traffic control system hardware, street lighting circuits attached to traffic signals, system communication, system detection and data collection

• Assists in providing a safe environment for areas around job site; helps ensure public safety

• Maintains assigned vehicle; conducts general maintenance such as cleaning and restocking with supplies

• Strings or buried wires and cables related to traffic control systems

• Operates equipment related to the performance of job duties

• Provides on-call and emergency call back duty

• Performs other related duties as required

• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting; depending on assignment. Incumbents may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises.

Medium work – Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

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Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.