Overhead Transportation System Technician I/II, Grade 14 / Grade 18

Montgomery County • 1283 Seven Locks Rd Rockville MD 20854 USA, MD

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County. MCDOT supports its residents, commuters, and visitors with transit options and infrastructure that provides seamless transportation services to the public. MCDOT seeks a candidate for the Transportation Systems Technician I/II (Overhead) position in the Transportation Management Section within the Division of Traffic Engineering & Operations. The person is a detail-oriented problem-solver who can create innovative solutions. Good interpersonal and communication skills, along with basic computer skills, are desired. The person in this position will prioritize, organize, and multitask to meet deadlines while simultaneously following through on multiple projects. The selected candidate must be able to work independently, as part of a team, or in group settings to meet established goals. Speaking clearly and distinctively with a diverse population and over a two-way radio is essential. Basic electrical or electronic foundation or construction techniques are essential for learning about traffic signal technologies. The candidate must be able to work rotating shifts on weekdays, weekends, holidays, and on standby. The ideal candidate MUST have a valid Commercial Driver’s License. Bucket truck experience is desirable.

Requirements

• Transportation Systems Technician I - Overhead Construction Experience: One (1) year of experience involving electrical wiring and intersection setup of traffic signal control devices and related equipment.
• Transportation Systems Technician II - Overhead Construction Experience: Three (3) years of experience involving electrical wiring and intersection setup of traffic signal control devices and related equipment.
• Completion of high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland supplemented by completion of either formal school or on-the-job training in electrical wiring appropriate to traffic signal control devices.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and to be able to occasionally maneuver objects weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds.
• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) from the applicant’s state of residence.
• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation, which includes a limited physical examination and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• Bucket truck experience.
• Basic electrical foundation or construction techniques.
• Experience using computers, Microsoft applications, and the internet.

Responsibilities

• Installing overhead traffic signal heads, signs, and electrical cables.
• Determine causes of and repair problems with overhead equipment.
• Install and troubleshoot overhead communication cables.
• Relamp traffic signal heads.
• Replace damaged pedestrian pedestals and other equipment.
• Install video and other detector technologies overhead at traffic signals.
• Work on 12 to120-volt AC circuits and 24-voltDC/logic circuits.
• Set up work zone safety traffic control standards inside a construction area or incident sites.
• Set up and program variable message signs.
• Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, near electricity, construction, incident sites, and under stress while working on traffic signal equipment.

Benefits

• The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring ranges for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED