Senior Traffic Control Technician - Jefferson County (Roads & Transportation)

JobsQuest•Merit System, KY

18h•$58,032 - $90,022•Onsite

About The Position

Jefferson County Roads & Transportation is seeking well-qualified Senior Traffic Control Technicians to play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of traffic throughout the county. Senior Traffic Control Technicians are responsible for both overseeing and participating in the installation, programming, and maintenance of a wide range of traffic control infrastructure. This includes traffic signals, intersection control systems, street lights, surveillance cameras, and street signage. A key focus of the position is performing complex electronic work, such as programming microchips and configuring traffic signal phases, which are essential for the proper operation of electronic traffic control cabinets and emergency siren systems. Senior Technicians are also expected to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to minimize disruptions and maintain system reliability. In addition to technical responsibilities, these technicians prepare comprehensive traffic reports that identify and recommend necessary changes to traffic control at intersections. These changes may involve modifications to signal timing, the addition of new signals, or alterations to lane configurations. Once identified, they communicate these recommendations to relevant departments, contractors, or stakeholders to facilitate timely implementation. Senior Traffic Control Technicians manage incoming work orders related to installations and repairs and assign these tasks to subordinate personnel. They also provide on-the-job supervision, guidance, and training to ensure high standards of performance and safety are maintained. While they operate with a degree of independence, their work is performed under the general supervision of senior traffic engineering staff. Performance is typically evaluated based on the completion and quality of assigned work orders and the accuracy and clarity of submitted reports.

Requirements

Class B CDL.
Work experience applying and adhering to MUTCD in the maintenance and installation of traffic signals.
Work experience reading and interpreting electrical or electronic schematics and blueprints.
Work experience applying and adhering to the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Work experience in electrical and electronic troubleshooting pertaining to traffic control devices.

Nice To Haves

Must obtain a level III International Municipality Signal Association (IMSA) Certification within 12 months of employment.
Licensed by the State of Alabama as a Journey-level Electrician.
Associates degree in Electronics.
Work experience with fiber optics as it pertains to traffic control devices.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and participating in the installation, programming, and maintenance of traffic signals, intersection control systems, street lights, surveillance cameras, and street signage.
Performing complex electronic work, such as programming microchips and configuring traffic signal phases.
Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues to minimize disruptions and maintain system reliability.
Preparing comprehensive traffic reports that identify and recommend necessary changes to traffic control at intersections.
Communicating recommendations for traffic control changes to relevant departments, contractors, or stakeholders.
Managing incoming work orders related to installations and repairs.
Assigning tasks to subordinate personnel.
Providing on-the-job supervision, guidance, and training to ensure high standards of performance and safety.