Traffic Signal Tech

Position: Traffic Signal Tech 1
Compensation Range

Please note:

This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Who We Are:

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.

We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!

Our Core Values:

* Integrity:
Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.

* Responsibility: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.

* Partnership:
Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

What We Offer:

The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

* 401K and 457B Retirement Plans

* PTO earned within first year

* 12 Paid Holidays per year

* Tuition Reimbursement Plan

* Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one

What You'll Do:

Performs responsible skilled work in the repair maintenance and installation of traffic signals and related control devices; does related work as required.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of a senior technician.

Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:

* Assists in the installation, relocation and maintenance of traffic control devices including controllers, control boxes, conduits, cable ducts, signal heads, signs, bulbs, guy wire, etc.

* Assists in the installation of traffic lights and repairs damaged lights.

* Operates an aerial bucket truck.

* Wires new and old traffic lights.

* Pulls underground cable, splices and runs cable to controls and lights.

* Sets and anchors poles.

* Performs line work in the installation of signals and controls.

* Sets up, cleans, tests and assists in the repairs and overhaul of controllers, coordinators, clocks, computer interface units, detectors, cameras, parking equipment and other electrical and electronic control equipment in a shop, including solid state and electro-mechanical equipment.

* Hooks up and checks out all new traffic control devices before placing them in operation.

* Drives a service truck to and from job sites and transports tools, equipment and supplies.

* Operates a computer to input work reports, check signal malfunctions and download timing plans.

* Cleans and paints signals, and places brackets on signs.

* Sets up safety devices in streets for re-routing traffic during times of activity.

* Trouble shoots traffic signal malfunctions.

* Performs 24-hour standby for emergency operational assistance as needed.

* Stocks trucks with required material, supplies and tools.

* Cleans and repairs tools and equipment.

* Communicates with supervisor and various other departments, by two-way radio.

* Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies

Qualifications:

Qualifications

* Formal education which includes reading, writing and math.

* Valid Driver's License in NC or another state

* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.

Preferred Qualifications

* Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school is preferable.

* A two-year technical degree in electrical maintenance, electronics or electrical license, some knowledge and experience in Electrical utility work and knowledge of the trade…