Parking Meter Technician II

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in an electronics maintenance role.
• Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Driver License.

Notes to Applicants
About Us!
The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department ( TPW ) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

The Opportunity!

The Parking Meter Technician II will work in the Austin Transportation and Public Works Department, Parking Enterprise Division. The position will be responsible for ensuring the continuous operation of the on-street metered parking systems, including performing diagnostic evaluations, repair and maintenance of solar electronic single space meters and solar electronic pay stations.

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Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!

Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Texas Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Public Works Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Public Works Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

Education Verification:
If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:
Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation. If the position you are applying for has the ability/opportunity to telework, we offer a hybrid schedule to work in office and remotely.


Office Location Notes:
Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Pay Range
$23.44 - $26.83

Hours
During Training (6-8 weeks): Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m..

After Training: Tuesday - Saturday, 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Hours may change depending on business needs.
Job Close Date 01/15/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 1501 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience in repair and maintenance of electronic/solar equipment such as computers, copiers, or communications.
• Experience in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronic parking meters or similar equipment.
• Experience in repair of coin/card accepting vending devices or parking meters.
• Computer experience using Word and Excel.
• Education or training in electronics, electronic repair, or similar.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Responds to calls and alarms regarding parking equipment breakdowns and malfunctions. Assists customers in performing transactions and understanding parking regulations. Identifies and responds to computer-generated 311 Customer Service Requests. Troubleshoots system malfunctions and failures and replaces defective components and wiring. Utilizes various software applications to prepare signage, and to repair, maintain, and monitor parking meters. Disassembles, cleans, calibrates, and reassembles electronic components, ensuring proper programming and maintaining wireless communications link. Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to specifications. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests. Inspects and tests equipment and systems using diagnostic and analytical tools. Collects and logs revenue from parking meters and prepares for deposit. Secures and transports meter revenue and completes required paperwork. Services permit requests by posting and removing permit notices for special events and right of way notifications. Issues citations or provides other mobility related services as assigned. Assists in providing training and guidance, and monitors the work of others for completion according to applicable standards.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and ordinances; Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices ( TMUTCD ) provisions, codes, and procedures; and applicable City policies and procedures related to safety and parking meter operations.
• Knowledge of equipment installation and IP address programming, device software installation, and basic computer and internet networking principles.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Knowledge of leadership techniques.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of hand tools, measuring devices, multimeter, and other electronics testing equipment used to diagnose and prevent potential issues within electronic signal devices.
• Skill in the use of informational databases to track items or monitor progress.
• Ability to effectively explain policy to employees in a professional manner, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to install, splice, remove, and test wiring and electronic components.
• Ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and provide feedback regarding the work of others.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, profiles, work orders, and schematics.
• Ability to use cell phones, two-way radios, and other communications equipment.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position require: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in an electronics maintenance role. Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a Valid Texas Driver License. Do you have a Valid Texas Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Texas Driver License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Do you have experience in cash handling and reconciling end of day cash balances.

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining electronic parking meters or similar equipment?

• Extensive - related to parking meter repair
• Extensive - in other related
• Some exprience
• No

* Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office 2010, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook?

• None
• Basic-create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, & emails
• Intermediate-create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and
• Advanced-create/edit complex documents & spreadsheets; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas,

* Are you willing to work flexible as well as established hours that may include days, evenings, and weekends?

• Yes
• No

* How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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