Traffic Signal Technician

Vacancy Announcement

Traffic Signal Technician I – Starting Salary: $46,165

Join our team as a Traffic Signal Technician I and play a vital role in maintaining and repairing traffic signal equipment. We are looking for a skilled professional to ensure the smooth operation of our municipal traffic systems.

• Inspect, remove, and repair signal control and auxiliary equipment, including traffic signal controllers and cabinets.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform necessary adjustments, repairs, replacements, or modifications on electrical, electronic, and mechanical components.
• Investigate complaints and reports of traffic signal malfunctions.
• Conduct field repairs of damaged equipment and identify and repair wire circuits.
• Assist in designing electrical circuits and systems for traffic signals.
• Monitor and program traffic signal controllers, making necessary adjustments.
• Re‑lamp signalized intersections and paint traffic components and signal standards.
• Inspect, remove, and install batteries and battery backup equipment.
• Adjust and implement traffic signal timing parameters.
• Maintain accurate work records and manage order supplies, parts, and materials.
• Set up traffic control measures.
• Work on‑call schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by technical training.
• At least one (1) year of experience in general servicing and/or maintenance work involving mechanical or electrical equipment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Associate Traffic Signal Technician Level I certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the state.

• Understanding of fundamental electrical principles.
• Familiarity with practices, procedures, equipment, and techniques for maintaining municipal traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and more.
• Proficiency in computer use.
• Ability to follow operational guidelines and perform basic mathematical calculations, including algebraic and geometric principles.

If you’re ready to contribute to our community’s infrastructure and ensure safe and efficient traffic flow, we encourage you to apply! The position will remain open until filled.

Come be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment to City’s Core Values. In addition to offering a great work team and excellent salary, the City of Fredericksburg is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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