Traffic Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to effectively use computers and application programs and maintain accurate written work records.
• Ability to operate long-handled, manual, and power tools and equipment, and a variety of electrical, electronic, and communications test equipment.
• Ability to plan work activities, give and receive verbal instructions, and coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to remain alert to conditions in public rights-of-way that indicate maintenance or repair needs.
• Ability to take required safety precautions, use safety equipment, follow safety rules and reporting requirements, and accept responsibility for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment; must report accidents and damage to City property.
• Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public in difficult situations.
• Skill and experience coordinating personnel and projects.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
• Associate’s degree in electrical, electronics, or a related field; four years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement only.
• Four years of experience installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing traffic signal systems.
• Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate classifications and endorsements, or ability as a new hire to obtain it within six months.
• IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Certification.
• IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Certification.
• ATSSA Work Site Traffic Control Supervisor Certification, or ability as a new hire to obtain it within one year.
• Within three months of completing probation and for the duration of employment, reside within a 45-minute drive of the Signal Shop at 5050 East Pearl Street to ensure timely response to signal emergencies while on standby.
• Physical ability to perform outdoor and manual tasks around moving traffic, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting or carrying equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift or exert up to 70 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work 45 feet above ground and meet the maximum body-weight limit of 275 pounds throughout employment because of aerial lift equipment limitations.
• Frequent hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity to use tools and operate computers and office equipment; vision to observe, read, record, and interpret information, including distinguishing distinct color changes; and speech and hearing abilities to communicate with citizens and coworkers.
• Ability to work rotating 24-hour standby duty during non-normal working hours and work effectively at night and in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of City of Boulder Standards and Design Criteria.
• Knowledge of the Colorado Department of Transportation.
• Knowledge of the geography of the City of Boulder.
• Graduation from a recognized traffic signal technician apprenticeship program.
• IMSA Level III Traffic Signal Certification.
• IMSA Level I Roadway Lighting Technician Certification.
• IMSA Level II Roadway Lighting Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, test, maintain, and repair traffic signal systems, street lighting and underpass lighting systems, signal communications systems, and associated subsystems and equipment.
• Complete daily review and work associated with Colorado 811 utility locate requests; respond to requests from the City’s CRM system and Boulder Police Dispatch notifications.
• Coordinate, monitor, and inspect contracted traffic signal construction and maintenance work.
• Assist in developing and reviewing plans and specifications for traffic signal and traffic control device installations and upgrades.
• Interpret construction plans and perform field layout for proposed installations or modifications.
• Anticipate project material needs and obtain and distribute materials to contractors.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, contractors, and inspectors; identify field problems and make appropriate decisions to ensure work meets specifications.
• Inspect completed work for compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and City design criteria.
• Enter construction project and asset information into the Beehive asset management database; measure final installation quantities, verify as-built documentation data, and provide information to the signal supervisor.
• Act as the primary contact for the signal technician work group when the Lead Signal Technician is absent, including prioritizing and assigning daily tasks, providing instruction, inspecting completed work, monitoring progress, and taking accountability for crew performance and work quality.
• Facilitate communication among coworkers and the supervisor, relay direction and policies, receive feedback, and address workplace issues directly.
• Ensure work-group equipment is properly maintained and used.
• Respond to service requests, provide information and training about traffic signals, and communicate effectively with internal and external customers, including the public, contractors, inspectors, emergency services, schools, and the University of Colorado.
• Operate and maintain electronic equipment associated with traffic signal computer systems, including intersection and central communications equipment, computers, signal servers, operating systems, and test equipment.
• Respond to emergency traffic control device problems by investigating malfunctions, replacing faulty parts, and repairing damaged devices.
• Maintain accurate records of work, materials, and equipment using the Beehive database, spreadsheets, and word-processing applications.
• Keep current with technical advances and emerging products in the traffic signal industry; recommend material and equipment standards and help develop product specifications for bids.
• Install, maintain, and upgrade underpass, bridge ornamental, streetlight, and other City-owned transportation lighting facilities.
• Participate in orientation and instruction for incoming employees and provide feedback during interviews and performance evaluations.
• Complete special projects and other related duties as required; comply with City and department policies and participate in professional training and development.