Traffic Technician I (A7)

City of Annapolis•Annapolis, MD

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About The Position

The City of Annapolis is seeking a safety-minded, technical Traffic Technician I to install, fabricate, and maintain municipal traffic-control networks. The position performs hands-on electrical, mechanical, and physical maintenance across City traffic systems, including traffic signals, informational signage, and pavement markings. As a member of the Public Works field crew, the technician carries out precision maintenance and responds to safety-critical infrastructure needs. Field decisions directly affect pedestrian and vehicle safety throughout the community. The role includes maintaining and troubleshooting traffic-control devices and specialized systems; preparing and applying roadway markings; supporting work-zone safety and emergency operations; operating equipment; maintaining records and inventory; and responding to public inquiries. The technician must be available for rotating emergency callbacks and winter-weather snow-removal support.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma.
One year of professional experience in semi-skilled maintenance, installation, fabrication services, or a closely related team environment.
Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Must be available for rotating emergency callback shifts for traffic signal or sign repairs.
Consent to chemical substance screening consistent with Federal, State, and City mandates, including random testing protocols.
Acquire an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level 1 Certificate within one year of appointment.
Acquire Work Zone Safety Certification within one year of appointment.
Acquire Certified Forklift Operator Safety Certification within one year of appointment.
Knowledge of practices, materials, tools, equipment, and processes used to install and maintain municipal traffic-control devices.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code, municipal codes, and local ordinances governing traffic signal installations and electrical trade safety.
Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) standards for signs, signals, and roadway markings.
Knowledge of traffic-control and work-zone protection measures for securing field crews along active streets.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical schematics, circuit diagrams, and construction sketches.
Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations, maintain precise maintenance records, and interpret technical manuals.
Skill in using hand and power tools, light field gear, and medium machinery, including commercial vehicles or mowers.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and the public, with verified spelling proficiency.
Ability to use computer software for recordkeeping, word processing, and asset-database data entry.
Ability to lift or exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.
Physical capacity to climb ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and utility poles and maintain balance on narrow or slippery surfaces.
Fine motor skills to manipulate delicate electrical and mechanical components using fingertips and palms.
Auditory ability to distinguish sounds, hear verbal directions, and understand radio transmissions; verbal ability to give clear, loud instructions amid traffic noise.
Vision sufficient to operate equipment safely by day and night, evaluate roadway defects, and prepare reports, including the ability to distinguish the full spectrum of colors.
Mental acuity to use deductive reasoning, analyze safety-critical situations under pressure, and implement logical solutions.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, repair, and modify electro-mechanical and solid-state traffic-control devices, including traffic signal controllers, solar-powered school flashers, and variable message signs.
Service and maintain arrow boards, traffic counters, radar speed trailers, and line striping machines.
Assist with mechanical, preventive, and corrective maintenance of assigned traffic signal and signage components.
Determine placements for sign installations and remove posts while coordinating locations with underground utilities.
Grind out old or non-compliant pavement markings to prepare roadways for updates.
Paint red curb boundaries and use line-striping machinery to apply traffic markings.
Replace flag brackets and posts and maintain the structural soundness of traffic infrastructure.
Perform housekeeping, building maintenance, and grounds upkeep at the Traffic Control Maintenance Shop.
Observe Federal, State, and local safety rules, regulations, and procedures at active work sites.
Perform flagging procedures to move vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely through construction or repair zones.
Operate forklifts and other construction-oriented equipment to load, move, or arrange materials.
Prepare and update administrative work orders, audit inventory, and maintain complete work-order records.
Respond politely and effectively to customer inquiries and community complaints regarding traffic devices.
Respond to winter-weather emergencies to assist with City snow removal.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Take emergency callback shifts for traffic signal or sign repairs on a regularly scheduled rotating basis.