Traffic Signal Technician II

City of Asheville•Asheville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Traffic Signal Technician in the Transportation Department. The Transportation Department supports the safe and efficient movement of people throughout the city. This position is responsible for maintenance and repair of City owned traffic signals, street lights, and related equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required with some vocational or technical training in traffic signal maintenance or electrical.
Supplemented by two years of experience in electronics maintenance and repair.
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain a valid International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Field Technician Level I certification or obtain the certification within 180 days of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II certification or obtain the certification within 1 year of hire.
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance activities for traffic signals, caution lights, pedestrian signals, and related equipment; verifies signal functionality and operation is in compliance with signal plans; checks drainage and wire splicing; inspects loop and microwave detectors and over-head span wires; examines and verifies correct voltages, resistance for grounding, and continuity; cleans sign cabinets; and documents findings and changes.
Responds to traffic control device outage calls; troubleshoots and repairs equipment; and completes work orders and requests for maintenance.
Repairs or replaces equipment as needed, such as traffic controllers, detector amplifiers, load switches, relays, and related equipment; troubleshoots, identifies, and repairs cabinet wiring and controller faults; assembles, adjusts, replaces, and cleans traffic signals, broken wires, missing visors and other worn or faulty parts; repairs and replaces electronic parts; identifies, transfers, and resolves conflicting timing issues and system communication errors; adjusts signal timing, as needed; responds to traffic control device outage calls; and completes work orders and requests for maintenance.
Marks underground utilities for signal and streetlight installations.
Programs and installs radar speed feedback signs.
Downloads radar speed feedback data.
Performs traffic sign and road marking duties, such as designing and fabricating signs and installing and removing signs and pavement markings.
Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies: ensures adequate supplies to complete work assignments; initiates requests for replacement supplies; receives and stocks incoming supply shipments; notifies supervisor of equipment maintenance and repair needs; maintains inventory records, equipment logs, and supply lists; and maintains reference material library of schematic diagrams and technical manuals for traffic control equipment.
Adheres to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and follows safety practices and wears protective gear; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, contractors, the public, outside agencies and organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, signal plans, diagnostic reports, malfunction reports, inventory logs and records, speed feedback data, schematics, diagrams, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates a variety of equipment and tools to complete essential functions, such as bucket truck, diagnostic testing equipment, traffic signal controllers, hand tools, multi meter, electrical tools and equipment, or other tools and equipment.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, traffic management, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Performs other related duties as required.