Traffic Signal Technician 1 (District 4 Traffic Department), PN 20055279
About The Position
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace. This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39). Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities, committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Requirements
- 12 mos. electrical trg. &/or exp. to include troubleshooting/repair of electrical circuits (e.g., operation of a multi-meter, wire splicing)
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must obtain & maintain Class B Commercial Driver's License without airbrake restriction regulated by Section 4506 of Ohio Revised Code within 12 months of entry into position.
- All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.
- Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Nice To Haves
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair traffic signals, ITS equipment, highway lighting systems, and related electrical components; perform troubleshooting, inspections, and adjustments to ensure safe operation.
- Operate state vehicles, use tools, and repair equipment; perform utility locating, set up work‑zone traffic control, sign installation and maintenance, vegetation trimming, and general field maintenance tasks.
- Use computers and mobile devices to document work, complete inspections, update asset inventories, track materials, and maintain records using systems such as EIMS, ArcGIS, and other software.
- Conduct inspections of traffic signals and electrical devices under construction, assist with final acceptance checks, ensure contractor compliance with standards and plans, and communicate with the public and school officials during repairs or maintenance.
Benefits
- Excellent work/life balance.
- Paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Regular pay increases: 1st increase after 6 months.
- Extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
- Experience growth opportunities within organization.
- Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
- Pension plan with 14% employer contribution.
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
