Senior Traffic Signal Technician

Salary: $26.40 - $42.85 Hourly
Location : City of Melbourne, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01714
Division: Traffic Engineering
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The incumbent performs skilled technical work in the construction, installation, maintenance, modification, repair, and programming of traffic signals, traffic signal control mechanisms, coordinated and computer controlled systems, and all electrical/electronic components necessary to operate traffic control devices. Directs traffic signal technician(s) as needed.
Examples of Duties

• Repairs and maintains traffic signals, signal systems, telecommunications, and associated equipment throughout the City.
• Troubleshoots defective traffic signals and replaces defective controllers, monitors, and system master components.
• Performs preventative maintenance work on traffic signals and flashers.
• Works in aerial bucket or platform truck for replacing and repairing signal lamps, overhead wiring, traffic signal assemblies.
• Performs signal construction work as required.
• Changes timing on signal controllers as needed and as directed.
• Programs signal controllers for coordinated operation as needed and as directed.
• Maintains records and tracks repairs.
• Prepares maintenance reports.
• Tracks inventory to ensure adequate parts and supplies are on-hand.
• Performs other assigned duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. (Proof of education must be uploaded with application)
• Five (5) years of related experience in traffic signal maintenance, including closed loop experience.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must possess ISMA Level II or Level III certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and theories of electricity and electronics.
• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade and work involving high voltage.
• Knowledge of microprocessors, and electric/electronic traffic controllers, overhead regulatory and advisory signs.
• Knowledge of the tools and apparatus necessary for the installation, maintenance and repairs of traffic signals.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet.
• Ability to follow oral and written direction.
• Ability to work on-call on weekends and evenings.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, cold.
• Ability to work while exposed to excessive wind, fumes, odors, noise, vibration and dust.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional manuals, procedures, periodicals, maps, wiring diagrams, schematics, instructions, safety rules, memos and letters.
• Ability to write compound sentences relating information, data, and details in report or summary form.
• Ability to perform shop math and basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach overhead, climb, stand, walk, balance, push, pull, crouch, crawl and kneel.
• Ability to see colors, hear and speak.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, cold.
• Ability to work while exposed to excessive wind, fumes, odors, noise, vibration and dust.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional manuals, procedures, periodicals, maps, wiring diagrams, schematics, instructions, safety rules, memos and letters.
• Ability to write compound sentences relating information, data, and details in report or summary form.
• Ability to perform shop math and basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is sometimes performed in an environment in which personal errors may lead to significant physical or mental consequences for the incumbent and co-workers.
The City of Melbourne offers a generous to include:

• 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family

• Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage

• Dental

. Vision

• Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary

• Additional…