Signal Technician

Town of Prescott Valley•Prescott Valley, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Prescott Valley is seeking a Signal Technician to join the Public Works Department. This role is responsible for the repair and installation of electrical and electronic traffic control systems and equipment. The position involves assisting in the construction of new signalized intersections, responding to emergency traffic signal breakdowns, conducting field inspections and preventative maintenance, performing cabinet maintenance, and handling electrical duties related to power and circuits. The role also includes sign maintenance, repair, installation, and small striping projects, as well as locating signal low voltage from Bluestake requests.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one year of experience in electrical or electronic maintenance and repair.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
IMSA Traffic Control Technician Certification
IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Levels 1 and 2 certifications
IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician Certification
OSHA 10-Hour certification
Must be able to respond to emergencies, including snow removal from streets and municipal parking lots, sidewalks and grounds, sanding of roads for ice, flooding due to rain and snow melt off, motor vehicle accidents, and traffic signals and signing emergencies.

Responsibilities

Assist in the construction of new signalized intersections, including installation of underground conduit and pull boxes, preparation and installation of pole foundations, mast arms, and luminaries, as well as monitor and observe contractors.
Respond to emergency traffic signal breakdowns; test traffic signal components to diagnose reason for malfunction; close down signal operation if necessary to perform work; debug malfunctioning component or replace damaged or worn-out parts on site or in shop.
Conduct field inspections of all City traffic signal components and perform preventative maintenance on equipment; modify existing equipment to bring up to current operating specifications.
Perform periodic cabinet maintenance at each signal intersection; check all equipment and timing to ensure accuracy; change malfunctioning devices as required.
Sign and marking maintenance as required.
Perform electrical duties including identifying or locating source(s) of power, calculating needed power, cost of power, and adding circuits.
Perform sign maintenance, repair and installation and small striping projects.
Locate Signal Low Voltage from Bluestake requests.