Traffic Signal Technician, Senior
About The Position
The Senior Traffic Signal Technician works with electrical and electronic systems that support traffic operations, including traffic signal controllers, vehicle detection equipment, communication networks, roadway lighting, and school zone warning devices. The role programs signal timing, coordinates traffic operations, diagnoses electrical failures, and restores malfunctioning equipment to help keep these systems operating safely and efficiently. The technician provides guidance and technical support to coworkers, inspects newly installed and repaired traffic signal and lighting systems, and helps ensure work complies with applicable safety standards and regulations. The position may also involve reviewing construction plans, coordinating maintenance, and addressing complex technical challenges. This is a hands-on field role involving aerial lift trucks and diagnostic equipment, locating underground utilities, installing electrical components, and performing preventative and emergency maintenance. The technician maintains equipment and inventory, documents repairs and system changes, and participates in a rotational on-call program. Employees may also be required to support emergency response and recovery activities before, during, or after an emergency, including temporary assignments outside their usual duties, location, or schedule as County needs require.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by vocational training in electricity, electronics, mechanics, traffic control system operations, and roadway lighting system operations.
- Three years of experience and/or training involving electronics, mechanical maintenance, traffic control system operations, and equipment operations, or an equivalent combination of relevant training, education, and experience.
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with air brake endorsement within 60 days of position assignment.
- FDOT or IMSA Work Zone Safety certification.
- IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I certification.
- IMSA Traffic Signal Field or Construction Technician Level II certification.
- Strong understanding of traffic signal systems, fiber optic communications, video detection equipment, roadway lighting, and school zone warning devices.
- Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair relevant systems, and of applicable federal, state, and local regulations and safety standards.
- Ability to diagnose electrical and electronic issues, including problems with computerized traffic control systems and vehicle detection equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, electrical schematics, and technical diagrams.
- Ability to work in active roadway environments, around moving traffic, and in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely operate aerial lift equipment at heights up to 55 feet, as well as bucket trucks, crane trucks, backhoes, forklifts, and other specialized equipment.
- Knowledge of traffic control, roadway closure, and workplace safety procedures.
- Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, work independently, and follow detailed instructions.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office and other job-related software for records, reports, and routine documentation.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, commitment to safety and teamwork, and effective communication with coworkers, contractors, and the public.
- Ability to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Ability to perform physical activities including stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, grasping, hearing, seeing up close and far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, and depth perception; frequent lifting of 10 to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- IMSA Traffic Signal Level II Construction Technician certification.
- IMSA Traffic Signal Level II Bench Technician certification.
- Roadway Lighting Level 1 certification.
Responsibilities
- Program traffic signal timing and coordinate traffic operations.
- Diagnose electrical and electronic failures and restore malfunctioning traffic systems and equipment.
- Provide guidance and technical support to coworkers.
- Inspect newly installed and repaired traffic signal and lighting systems for compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations.
- Assist with reviewing construction plans and coordinating maintenance activities.
- Identify solutions to complex technical challenges.
- Operate aerial lift trucks and specialized diagnostic equipment; locate underground utilities and install electrical components.
- Perform preventative and emergency maintenance.
- Maintain equipment and inventory, and document repairs and system changes.
- Participate in a rotational on-call program.
- Support County emergency response and recovery activities as needed, including work outside the normal scope, location, or schedule of the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
