Signal Technician

JOB TITLE:

Signal Technician
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:
Public Works

REPORTS TO:

Traffic Operations Supervisor

SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electronically controlled traffic control devices, arterial street lighting and school zone flashers; responds to emergency situations regarding signals, flashers and downed stop signs; assists in training signal crew members. Work is performed with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs line locates for underground traffic signal and lighting equipment as needed.
Assists with the inventorying of materials and equipment.
Assists with performing maintenance on message boards, generators and other traffic signal and control equipment as needed.
Programs and places message boards for special events or emergencies, as needed.
Assists in the installation, troubleshooting and repair of school zone flashers and City-owned and maintained street lighting.
Installs, troubleshoots and repairs traffic signal equipment.
Inspects traffic signal equipment at operational intersections to ensure signals and school zone flashers are operating as programmed.
Assists with responding to trouble calls on equipment malfunctions; identifies problem; repairs or replaces faulty equipment; documents trouble call and problem resolution
Routinely patrols streets to identify traffic signals that may need repair.
Assists with performing routine maintenance on traffic control devices and other equipment.
Reads and interprets product safety data sheets, plans, schematics, blueprints and other diagrams; such as technical manuals, NEC and MUTCD.
Replaces parts such as load switches, relays and flashers and documents process.
Makes recommendations and carries out plans with Supervisor approval.
Implements safety procedures at job sites.
Performs manual traffic and pedestrian counts.
Completes work orders summarizing daily work tasks.
Cleans work sites and restores landscaping to original condition upon project completion.
May be required to remove debris, fallen trees and limbs; replace streets signs during or after hazardous weather or other emergencies.
Prepares and maintains a variety of daily work, maintenance history and work order records related to division repairs and operational activities.
Participates in training signal crew members on work procedures and practices.
Participates in/on a variety of meetings, committees, and/or other applicable groups to receive and/or convey information.
Responds to emergency and on-call situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic electronic and electrical principles
Knowledge of safe work methods
Skilled in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints
Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving problems related to traffic signals and roadway lighting.
Knowledge of electrical codes, electronic circuits and circuit logic.
Knowledge of the Manual of Uniform traffic Control Devices.
Skilled in applying independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness in interpreting and applying guidelines
Skilled in operating applicable tools and equipment of the trade
Skilled in performing routine repair and maintenance activities
Skilled in performing basic construction activities
Skilled in performing manual labor
Skilled in observing safety rules and regulations
Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals
Able to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and other diagrams; such as technical manuals, NEC and MUTCD.
Skilled in in troubleshooting and resolving electronics related problems.
Skilled in oral and written communication
Skilled in basic mathematical calculations
Skilled in planning and coordinating work site activities
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records
Ability to change ballast, capacitors, bulbs and fuses in roadway lighting.
Ability to work with voltages that vary 120/240, 240/480, & straight 480
Must be able to identify colors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or G.E.D
One year of related traffic signal installation experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

PREFERRED

Work Zone Safety Certification
IMSA Signals Level I
Class A CDL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, driving and manual dexterity.
Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.
Work is typically performed in standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Work is performed in high and precarious places and near moving mechanical parts.
Must be able to work in a bucket truck at heights up to 60'.
Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes and airborne particles.
Regular and consistent attendance for assigned work hours, on call and overtime is…