Traffic Signal and Streetlight Operations Maintenance Coordinator

City of Peoria, Arizona • Peoria, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Peoria’s Public Works department has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Traffic Signal and Streetlights Operations Maintenance Coordinator. This position maintains, monitors, and provides expert-level service for traffic signal and streetlight systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), radar feedback and speed reduction systems, variable message signs, and related communication equipment. Responsibilities include traffic signal timing, coordination, studies, and computerized signal programming. The role coordinates and installs ITS equipment with guidance from Traffic Engineering and the Public Works Traffic Signal Operations team. Work is primarily field based with some office duties. This position also serves as an after-hours responder on a rotational basis for 24-hour ITS support. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Two-year college program or equivalent combination of experience and training providing comparable knowledge and skills, plus two years of relevant traffic signal/ITS maintenance and operations experience.
• 4 years of experience in traffic signal operations, telecommunications, fiber optics, CCTV systems, ITS, and streetlighting at an expert or journey-level.
• Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort.
• Valid Arizona Class “D” Driver’s License upon hire
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level II (or equivalent)
• IMSA Roadway Lighting Level I (or equivalent)
• IMSA Fiber Optic for Traffic Signal Level I (or equivalent)
• IMSA Roadway Lighting Level II (or equivalent)
• IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I (or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

• IMSA Transportation Center System Specialist (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Maintains and supports ITS infrastructure, including traffic signals, cameras, and communication systems.
• Leads and coordinates maintenance and emergency response for streetlights, traffic signals, and ITS equipment.
• Coordinates ITS equipment installation with different teams
• Troubleshooting skills for fiber, wireless, networking, and traffic signal equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic signal operations, timing, and system improvements, including new technology integration.
• Coordinates responses to citizen inquiries and emergency situations related to ITS systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree