Signal Maintenance Supervisor

Signal Maintenance Supervisor

Salary

$53,376.91 - $65,543.94 Annually

Location

Service Center - 1101 E. Main Street, Mesquite, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2700028

Department

Engineering

Division

Traffic Engineering

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/22/2026 4:00 PM Central

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $53,376.91/annual minimum - $65,543.94/annual mid-point (Depending on qualifications)

To coordinate the daily operational activities of the signal maintenance shop; operate the Citys Traffic Management Center (TMC); monitor traffic signal service; maintain and repair traffic signals; supervise and train traffic signal staff.

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SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Traffic and Street Lighting Superintendent. Responsible for supervision of Signal Maintenance Technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the daily operational activities of the signal maintenance shop including supervising and training assigned staff; train staff on new signal technology.
• Operate the Citys T.M.C.; program, operate, troubleshoot, and repair all components of the systems; utilize various software programs to program traffic signal controllers; test signal equipment; monitor inventory and produce reports.
• Monitor service calls; ensure service calls are completed; assist with on-site adjustments; coordinate the work of traffic signal contractors; read blueprints; ensure adherence to specifications and guidelines; ensure that proper permits are acquired.
• Maintain, repair and construct traffic signals; complete work order forms including work completed and material and equipment used.
• Install temporary and or permanent traffic signals and school zone flashers.
• Remain on call 24 hours per day, seven days a week on a rotating basis.
• Install traffic signal in pavement vehicle loop detectors, video detection, and opticom equipment; routinely check detectors to ensure proper operation.
• Operate equipment and use hand tools needed to maintain, repair and construct traffic signals including concrete saws, backhoes, ditch witch, drills, hand saws and grinders.
• Maintain signal equipment and supply inventory; schedule equipment for maintenance and repair.
• Co-ordinate with the Traffic Engineer to synchronize the timing of signals along major arterial streets to ensure optimum traffic flow with minimal delay.
• Drive systems and sub systems routinely for changes in traffic patterns.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Routinely patrol streets; identify traffic signals that need repair; review repair needs with Traffic and Street Lighting Superintendent.
• Ensure that assigned signal maintenance shop vehicle is serviced regularly; perform minor repairs and maintenance as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

Five years of progressively responsible experience in the construction, operation, and maintenance of traffic signals, preparation of traffic signal cabinets, programming and troubleshooting state of the art electronic equipment, and providing guidance to traffic signal maintenance technicians.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid drivers license.

WORK SCHEDULE

9/80 Schedule, Monday thru Thursday 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, alternating Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the Citys self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

For more information about the City of Mesquites employee benefits, please visit: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/hrbenefits

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Indicate the level of experience in the construction, operation, and maintenance of traffic signals, preparation of traffic signal cabinets, programming and troubleshooting state of the art electronic equipment, and providing guidance to traffic signal maintenance technicians.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 10 years
• More than 10 years

03

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

Required Question

Employer City of Mesquite

Address 1515 N Galloway Ave

Mesquite, Texas, 75149

Phone 9722166218

Website http://www.cityofmesquite.com