Traffic Signal Trainee/Technician - Road & Bridge

County of Volusia•Daytona Beach, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Volusia is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Traffic Signal Trainee/Technician for the Road & Bridge Division. This position is located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and will be responsible for skilled technical work in the construction, installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of traffic signals, traffic control mechanisms, and all electronic components to operate traffic control devices. This position is posted on a continuous basis and may close without notice.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and one (1) year of experience in traffic signal construction/installation (for Trainee).
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and two (2) years of experience in traffic signal construction/installation (for Technician).
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Must obtain the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control Technician certification or higher as approved by the IMSA Education & Certification Manager within six (6) months of hire and maintain thereafter (for Trainee).
Must obtain the (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level I certification within one (1) year of hire and maintain until employee obtains the IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification (for Trainee).
Employees have one (1) year after the acquisition of the IMSA Traffic Signal Level I certification to acquire the IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification (for Trainee).
Must possess at the time of hire a Level II Certification by the International Municipal Signal Association (I.M.S.A.) and maintain thereafter (for Technician).
Must obtain the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician certification or equivalent as approved by the IMSA Education & Certification Manager within six (6) months of hire and maintain thereafter (for Technician).
Knowledge of principles and theories of electricity and electronics.
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods, and practices of the traffic signal trade.
Ability to operate aerial bucket truck for replacing and repairing signal lamps, overhead wiring, etc.
Knowledge of signal controller programming and setup as directed by supervisor.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade and work involving high voltage.
Knowledge of traffic controllers, controller cabinets, overhead regulatory and advisory signs.
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Excel, and Word programs.
Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to work on-call on weekends and evenings on a rotating basis.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to work in stressful situations.
Must be available for work during emergency situations (e.g. hurricanes, storms, fires, tornados and floods) as required by supervisor or director.

Responsibilities

Repairs and maintains traffic signals, signal systems, telecommunications and associated equipment throughout the county.
Troubleshoots and repair defective traffic signals and replaces defective equipment as needed.
Performs preventive maintenance work on traffic signals and flashers.
Constructs and maintains school flashers as directed by supervisor.
Performs signal construction work as required.
Performs emergency repair on a regular basis.
Is required to be on-call on a rotating basis.
Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
Responds to emergency situations.
Staff assigned to these positions are classified as essential personnel.
May be assigned to other locations based upon operational needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.