Signal Technician

Signal Technician

Employment Type:

Full-time Regular

Pay Range: $58,395.

Location:

Castle Rock, CO

Overtime Exempt: N

Elected Office / Department: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

This is complex work that involves advanced technical training and skills in the maintenance and operation of traffic signals and ITS devices. This position is in the Traffic Signal Systems group, which is under the Public Works Department.

Generally, the hiring range is $58,395-$72,994 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary.

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• Responds to urgent traffic signal malfunctions, ensures repairs are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Serves as part of the on-call staff for emergencies involving traffic control devices, carrying a pager/phone for a week at a time.
• Oversees/Inspects contractors during traffic signal construction to ensure that Douglas County specifications are met.
• Operates aerial bucket truck for emergency and corrective maintenance activities.
• Monitors and participates in the installation of new signal and ITS equipment, upgrades to existing traffic signal equipment. Installs/maintains flashing beacons. Troubleshoots circuits utilizing a multi‑meter and related test equipment.
• In the daily duties of this position, will develop an in-depth knowledge of the specialized software necessary to operate/maintain traffic signals, video surveillance cameras, vehicle detection systems, and all related components.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Candidates with specialized traffic signal software experience (Traffic ware ATMS.now, FLIR Flux, Wavetronics SSM) are desired.

• Must possess a State of Colorado Class (B) Commercial Driver License and complying insurance upon hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Training and certifications are desired to ensure proper interpretations of traffic engineering recommendations. Douglas County will assist new hire in acquiring appropriate training and certifications.
• Within one and one‑half years, employee must become familiar with the MUTCD and obtain the following certifications:
  • ATTSA Traffic Control Technician or IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician
  • IMSA Level I Sign & Markings
  • IMSA Level I Signals
  • IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Technician or Electrician certification is required within 2 ½ years.

Closing Date: 2/20/2026 5:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

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In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required.

In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.