Traffic Signal Technician I

Cobb County Government•Department of Transportation Marietta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The objective of this classification is to install, maintain, and repair traffic signals and associated equipment for the County. This role involves a variety of tasks related to traffic control devices, from installation and maintenance to troubleshooting and repair. The technician will also be responsible for ensuring safety at work sites and maintaining necessary documentation and inventory.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
One year of experience in electrical work or a related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within twelve months from date of hire, including appropriate endorsements.
Must obtain IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I, National Safety Council Flagger and IMSA Work Zone certifications within twelve months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signals, caution lights, school flashers, speed zone flashers, vehicle approach cabinets/lights, pedestrian signals, ground and aerial traffic signs, and related equipment.
Conducts preventative maintenance activities.
Responds to traffic control device outage calls.
Troubleshoots and repairs equipment.
Completes verbal and written status reports.
Fulfills work orders and maintenance requests.
Tests equipment, verifies traffic cabinet safety prior to installation, prepares foundations, and installs electrical devices for traffic cabinets.
Tests traffic cabinet and electrical disconnect grounding systems, conflict monitors, and malfunctioning management units.
Programs and tests traffic controllers.
Repairs or replaces equipment as needed, such as traffic controllers, detector amplifiers, load switches, relays, and related equipment.
Assembles, adjusts, replaces, and cleans traffic signals, broken wires, and missing visors.
Repairs signal flash and communication issues.
Replaces electronic parts.
Moves signals for road widening.
Changes out traffic signal boxes.
Maintains related documentation.
Drives and maintains work site trucks, including performing pre-trip vehicle inspections, checking fluid levels and tire pressure, fueling the vehicle, and reporting problems to the supervisor.
Maintains reference material library, including collecting schematic diagrams and technical manuals for traffic control equipment.
Maintains equipment log and supply list.
Updates knowledge on new and existing technologies.
Adheres to established safety procedures, including monitoring the work environment and use of safety equipment.
Flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around the project/work site to ensure safety for the crew and the traveling public.
Follows safety practices and wears protective gear.
Initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies, ensuring adequate supplies to complete work assignments.
Initiates requests for replacement supplies.
Receives and stocks incoming supply shipments.
Notifies the supervisor of equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Maintains inventory records.
Performs other related duties as assigned.