Traffic Signal & Video Technician

Charlotte, County of•7000 Florida Street Punta Gorda 33950, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the advanced traffic signal and roadway lighting systems that keep Charlotte County moving safely and efficiently. From computerized traffic signals and fiber optic communications to roadway lighting and utility locates, your expertise will help ensure reliable transportation infrastructure for thousands of residents and visitors every day. You'll install, calibrate, and maintain sophisticated traffic signal controllers, fiber optic communication systems, vehicle detection equipment, pedestrian crossings, and roadway lighting systems. Your work will include both routine preventative maintenance and emergency repairs, diagnosing electrical and electronic issues, restoring malfunctioning equipment, and ensuring all traffic control devices operate safely and reliably. Using specialized diagnostic equipment and software, you'll troubleshoot complex electronic systems, repair high-voltage lighting infrastructure, and locate underground utilities to support construction and maintenance projects. You'll also operate equipment such as bucket trucks, crane trucks, forklifts, and other specialized vehicles while maintaining the tools and equipment needed to perform your work safely and effectively. In addition to technical responsibilities, you'll monitor contractor work, maintain accurate records and reports, participate in an on-call rotation for emergency response, and may serve as a lead worker by providing guidance and support to team members. You'll also assist with developing training resources and delivering exceptional customer service while working with contractors, coworkers, and the public. If you're a skilled technician who enjoys solving complex problems, working with cutting-edge transportation technology, and keeping critical infrastructure operating safely, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the community.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with some vocational or technical training in electronics.
Three (3) years of experience in traffic signal installation or repair, electronics, or electrical trade.
Strong knowledge of electronics, electricity, and the principles of traffic signal control.
Experience maintaining and repairing traffic signals, fiber optic communication systems, video detection equipment, roadway lighting, school zone warning devices, drawbridges, and related infrastructure.
Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry safety standards and best practices for working in roadway environments.
Skilled in troubleshooting electronic systems, computer circuitry, fiber optic communications, and video systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, roadway plans, and technical diagrams.
Comfortable operating aerial lift devices, motor vehicles, and other equipment required to perform the work safely.
Ability to work around energized electrical systems, at heights, and in varying weather conditions.
Strong commitment to safety.
Organized, dependable, and able to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records and reports using standard computer applications.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to follow detailed technical instructions.
Sound judgment and resourcefulness to solve complex problems.
Ability to provide guidance to coworkers and serve as a lead worker.
Ability to build positive working relationships with teammates, contractors, and the public.
Ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain within six (6) months: International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I & II Traffic Signals Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control certification (formerly FDOT Maintenance of Traffic).
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of position assignment: Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with Air Brake endorsement.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of position assignment: IMSA Level I Roadway Lighting Certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience with computerized traffic signals and fiber optic communications.
Experience with roadway lighting and utility locates.
Experience with video detection equipment.
Experience with school zone warning devices, drawbridges, and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair advanced traffic signal and roadway lighting systems.
Install, calibrate, and maintain sophisticated traffic signal controllers, fiber optic communication systems, vehicle detection equipment, pedestrian crossings, and roadway lighting systems.
Perform routine preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
Diagnose electrical and electronic issues and restore malfunctioning equipment.
Ensure all traffic control devices operate safely and reliably.
Troubleshoot complex electronic systems using specialized diagnostic equipment and software.
Repair high-voltage lighting infrastructure.
Locate underground utilities to support construction and maintenance projects.
Operate equipment such as bucket trucks, crane trucks, forklifts, and other specialized vehicles.
Maintain the tools and equipment needed to perform work safely and effectively.
Monitor contractor work.
Maintain accurate records and reports.
Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency response.
Serve as a lead worker by providing guidance and support to team members.
Assist with developing training resources.
Deliver exceptional customer service while working with contractors, coworkers, and the public.
Work around energized electrical systems, at heights, and in varying weather conditions.
Perform duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens during emergency response/recovery activities.