Traffic Signal Technician (2 openings)
About The Position
Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor in the Engineering Division to install, repair, maintain, and operate electronic and electrical traffic signal control equipment and devices. Troubleshoots, diagnoses and corrects signal system problems; sets control switches on computer and peripheral equipment to integrate and operate equipment; tests circuits and electric components to locate grounded wires, broken connections, or defective current control mechanisms, using electrical testing instruments; replaces defective parts using electrical tools; works from bucket and aerial platform trucks; operates essential equipment, machinery, and vehicles to construct signalized intersections; and prepares reports of daily work activities. Performs locating duties for underground Traffic Signal/Fiber Optics wires/cables.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Electronic Engineering or two (2) years of Military Electronics Training/Experience and/or equivalent Electronics/Electrical work-related experience; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
- Must either possess a valid Class “A” Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License, or obtain such license before the end of six (6) months employment as a condition of continued employment.
- Must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug testing rules.
Nice To Haves
- International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification as a Traffic Signal Technician and/or Traffic Signal Inspector is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, maintain, and operate electronic and electrical traffic signal control equipment and devices.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct signal system problems.
- Set control switches on computer and peripheral equipment to integrate and operate equipment.
- Test circuits and electric components to locate grounded wires, broken connections, or defective current control mechanisms, using electrical testing instruments.
- Replace defective parts using electrical tools.
- Work from bucket and aerial platform trucks.
- Operate essential equipment, machinery, and vehicles to construct signalized intersections.
- Prepare reports of daily work activities.
- Perform locating duties for underground Traffic Signal/Fiber Optics wires/cables.
- Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
