Traffic Signal Junior Technician G118 Traffic Engineering

Columbus Consolidated Government • Columbus, GA

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

This position performs technical duties in the installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signals. Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signal cabinet equipment. Installs, repairs, and maintains all traffic signal equipment. Performs complex repairs on signal equipment and is able to read and interpret diagnostic test equipment. Program timing data into master and local controllers. Perform emergency repairs after normal duty hours. Operate aerial lift equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic signal construction and signal component equipment repair.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of directing traffic.
• Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the operation of aerial lift equipment.
• Skill in problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Must have possession of or the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized education or training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with the required high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having a similar position for one year is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signal cabinet equipment.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains all traffic signal equipment.
• Performs complex repairs on signal equipment and is able to read and interpret diagnostic test equipment.
• Program timing data into master and local controllers.
• Perform emergency repairs after normal duty hours.
• Operate aerial lift equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED