Master Electrician - Traffic & Illumination

Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions, 1500 High Meadows Way, Cedar Hill, Texas, United States of America

Job Description
Posted Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Join Helix Traffic Solutions – Building Safer, Smarter Roads Together
About Helix Traffic Solutions
We’re not just placing cones— we’re rethinking the way traffic moves. Helix Traffic Solutions is a national leader in traffic control, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and work zone safety. Through a network of trusted operating companies across the U.S., we deliver smart, responsive infrastructure solutions that protect lives and keep communities moving.

About Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions (HITS)
Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions is a proud member of the Helix Traffic Solutions network and a trusted partner in keeping Texas roadways safe, efficient, and reliable.

HITS specializes in advanced traffic control and intelligent transportation solutions throughout Texas, providing expert construction, installation, and maintenance services that support safe and efficient traffic flow. Our team delivers a full range of roadway and highway services, including:

Installation and maintenance of traffic signals

Street, highway, and commercial lighting systems

Interstate and roadway signage installation

Intelligent transportation solutions, including CCTV setup and repair

Smart highway technologies that enable real‑time traffic monitoring and enhanced roadway safety

Why Work with Helix & HITS?

A strong culture of safety, service, and integrity

Opportunities for career growth through training and internal mobility

The stability and support of a national network of companies

Meaningful work that directly improves public safety and community infrastructure

What to Expect
Our work is fast-paced, hands‑on, and essential—and that’s exactly what makes it rewarding. Every role within HITS and the Helix Traffic Solutions network plays a part in protecting lives and keeping traffic moving safely. If you’re motivated, adaptable, and looking for a career with purpose, we’d be proud to have you on our team.

Operations – Cedar Hill, Tx
Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions is seeking a

Master Electrician

to join our project team in

Cedar Hill, TX

and to be part of a team. We are responsible for maintenance, illumination, traffic signals and ITS upgrades across new and existing traffic infrastructure across the DFW and Houston markets.

Successful candidates will have spent at least three to five years in ITS solutions and infrastructure projects, preferably in Texas. The responsibilities include installing and upgrading illumination, ITS and traffic signals and ITS equipment and the supervision and managing of crews. In addition, the work can consist of related maintenance repair, and ongoing operation works. Successful candidates will be able to apply their excellent troubleshooting skills and work with a wide range of traffic signals and ITS equipment toward the success of the project and the client’s satisfaction.

Job type

Full‑time

Shift and schedule

High School Diploma or GED equivalence

International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal II Certification or higher

TxDOT approved Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification. May be required to get bucket truck operator certification.

Master Electrician License (State of Texas or Reciprocating State)

Proficiency with basic computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.

Must understand the importance of meeting budgets, schedules, etc.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Ability to move supplies and equipment of up to 75 lbs.

Willingness and ability to work at heights typically associated with installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signals and streetlights.

Must pass a DOT physical exam and drug test.

Knowledge of TxDOT Traffic Signal and Specs Standards; Basic knowledge of NEC standards

Description

Installs, configures, maintains, and fixes a wide variety of traffic signal equipment components and devices, such as traffic signal controllers, MMU's, conflict monitors, vehicle detectors (e.g., inductive loops, video, magnetometer, microwave detectors), detector cards, and racks, pedestrian crossing indicators, etc.

Performs repair, removal, and replacement of traffic signal controllers and other equipment.

Sets up traffic control in high and low‑speed environments.

Installs, maintains, and repairs cabinet wiring and intersection wiring.

Completes reports and performs communications per company policy and local practices.

Reports the technical status of the system with accuracy and completeness.

Troubleshoots and isolates faults in units or components.

Provides periodic on‑call services.

Field tests units or components; tests devices to ensure they work correctly.

Maintains spare equipment and parts following established procedures.

The above description covers the principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the job. This description is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Other miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required.

Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Opportunity for professional and personal growth with a dynamic team who is invested in your job satisfaction.

Competitive pay rates

Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

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