Signals & Lighting Operations Technician

City of Fargo•Fargo, ND

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled electrical maintenance and repair activities on all street lights and traffic signals throughout the City. Determines the most appropriate manner in which to perform the operations in carrying out assigned tasks. May work independently, as a team member or as a crew leader over Traffic Maintenance Technicians and seasonal temporary employees and private contractors carrying out work crew activities. Responsible for the quality and accuracy of his/her own work. Responsible for the care and safe operation of a variety of equipment with high monetary value, responsible for leading a work crew of Traffic Technicians and seasonal temporary employees and private contractors carrying out crew activities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in electrical technology or a closely related field
Five or more years of experience in the installation of traffic signals
Three or more years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lights, and electrical equipment and components
Valid State of North Dakota Journeyman Electrician’s license
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain within 9 months of employment through the City of Fargo's CDL training program
Knowledge of electrical theory
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (N.E.C.)
Knowledge of the principles, concepts and procedures of installing, maintaining and repairing electrical equipment and systems
Knowledge of MUTCD
Knowledge of relays and control voltage
Skill in the proper and safe installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems
Skill in the location of cables and faults
Skill in mathematical computation to carry out repair and installation duties
Skill in written English sufficient to read and interpret technical manual, specifications, and blueprints
Skill in communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Skill in basic computer operation
Skill in the proper and safe operation of a line truck and bucket truck

Nice To Haves

Must attain IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) certification for work zone and Traffic Signal Level I within one year; Traffic Signal Level II within two years; and Traffic Signal Level III within three years.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots, diagnoses and conducts repairs and maintenance on street lights and faulty cables when malfunctions occur and determines appropriate method of correction.
Locates faults using diagnostic tools; Disassembles lights and/or cables and makes repairs, replaces parts and assemblies, and/or coordinates the repair and replacement.
Performs routine maintenance on street lights such as inspecting and replacing missing or broken covers and fixtures, painting and tightening bases.
Responds to calls of damaged, downed or malfunctioning lights; Assesses malfunction or damage and the threat to public safety; Isolates connection and performs or coordinates the repair of lights and the repair, removal and replacement of damaged poles, with crew and/or contractor.
Makes recommendations for replacement of old wiring, new conduit, etc.
Documents work performed including costs; provides documentation to supervisor.
Troubleshoots and conducts repairs and maintenance of traffic signals.
Assists with prioritizing calls from Police department and work orders from traffic engineers.
Responds to calls of damaged, downed or malfunctioning signals; Assesses malfunction or damage and the threat to public safety.
Takes corrective action in the repair or replacement, or coordinates the removal and replacement of damaged signals with crew and/or contractor.
Isolates connection, troubleshoots power source, controller, conflict monitor, component and other malfunctions using a variety of test meters and analyzers.
Replaces lamps, cleans, adjusts signals and tests signal components; connects and disconnects wiring on live circuits; removes, tests, and installs parts; arranges for materials needed.
Re-sets traffic signals and load switches; downloads and installs signal programs from shop or field laptop computers to signal controllers.
Inspects and tests signals, mast arms, fiber optics, conflict monitors and other equipment according to schedule and checklists; performs follow-up repairs as needed or contacts supervisor for direction.
Repairs and sets ranges for emergency pre-emption system used by emergency vehicles.
Documents work in daily report.
Splices and repairs cables that have been damaged by contractors.
Cuts cables to allow for Water department work and splices cables together.
Assists in new construction projects for traffic signals and street lights.
Coordinates with contracts on planning for installation of new street lights and poles.
Reviews plans and inspects new construction installations of connectors, poles, bases, wiring and all other traffic signal equipment.
Prepares punch list and conducts follow-up checks.
Sets up proper lane closures for work areas according to established guidelines or coordinate traffic control to ensure safety.
Maintains inventory of equipment, tools and supplies including poles, fixtures, wires, lamps, connectors, traffic signal equipment, etc.
Performs physical inventory and maintains paper records; Determines items to be ordered; completes and submits necessary forms; Obtains items according to established procedures.
Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
Communicates with others in the work unit to provide information relating to work assignments and progress of work or to convey information about conditions or work related needs.
Occasionally interacts with the public, vendors, and across departments to exchange basic fact information as requested or as necessary to perform job duties.
Provides work instruction to crews of regular Traffic Maintenance Technicians, seasonal/temporary workers and private contractors regarding tasks to be performed.
Ensures that each employee: Follows department and city rules as well as sound work and safety practices in order to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss; Wears proper protective equipment when policy requires or conditions indicate a need exists and utilizes proper body mechanics and ergonomics while performing work; When potentially unsafe conditions are observed makes efforts to avoid or correct them if they are controllable and draws them to the attention of the responsible supervisor or safety representative in a timely manner.
Performs all job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and with an ongoing awareness of safety practices.
Serves on an on-call list for afterhours response needs.
Performs other duties and activities as assigned.