Performs routine work activities related to the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance and programming of traffic systems, communication, illumination and/or data collection devices/systems. Work may be performed in heavy traffic and may require extensive statewide travel. Work may require contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.Essential Duties:Traffic Systems Technician I/II Assists in responding to complaints and identifying problems regarding traffic signal timing/traffic congestion and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions. Follows applicable safety procedures when working in an area where other utilities such as high voltage lines, gas lines, water and sewage lines and heavy traffic are located. Learns to install, maintain and replace TV cameras, motorized LED and fiber optic signs and cable and communication modems; monitors communication devices/systems. Assists in installing, maintaining, modifying, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, inspecting and/or repair of electronic traffic control, communication, traffic data collection, radio, and/or illumination systems. Assists in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and software pertaining to traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems or the Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System. Assists in monitoring and maintaining clear work zones and cleans construction site at job completion. Moves/assists in the placement of barricades, cones and other traffic control devices. Assists in operating, maintaining and servicing equipment such as bucket trucks, cable locating instruments. Drives to respond to emergency situations to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic signals, systems, lighting or traffic data collection equipment. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Traffic Systems Technician II Performs the duties of the Traffic Systems Technician I at an independent, more advanced level, and: Prepares written reports that provide feedback on systems including ease of installation and setup, status of inventory needs, any problems encountered or other issues.