Signals - Maintenance Specialist

Overview

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The City of San Ramon is recruiting for a fulltime Traffic Signals Maintenance Specialist. Under supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and repair work in assigned maintenance operations areas such as lighting, facilities, service centers, traffic signals, and streets and drainage; maintains complex systems and performs specialized work on systems and facilities such as traffic signals, street lighting systems, and electrical systems;

and performs related work as required.

• Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs complex systems and equipment in one or more areas of assignment such as traffic signals, street lighting, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Maintains records of installation, maintenance, and repair orders; prepares status reports for projects.
• Inventories and orders supplies, parts, equipment and materials for projects and programs; maintains adequate supply levels and inventory controls.
• Inspects contractor’s work and monitors underground utilities; ensures work complies with specifications, standards, and timelines.
• Inspects City facilities, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and vehicles to ensure proper maintenance and safety standards; takes or recommends corrective actions as necessary.
• Coordinates and acts as a task or project lead for projects related to installation, maintenance, and repair work within area of assigned duties; may provide project lead direction to staff in technical areas of assignment.
• Responds to emergencies and call-outs; coordinates and monitors work of staff to effect repairs and ensure public safety.
• Operates specialized equipment and vehicles in areas of specialization such as boom truck, electrical testing devices, aerial platform, power tools, welder, vehicle diagnostic equipment, air compressor and spray truck.
• Observes safe work methods and uses related safety equipment as required.
• Assists in preparing and monitoring project and program budgets including tracking expenditures and seeking quotes for services and capital equipment.
• Provides information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of: Principles, practices, tools, and materials for assigned maintenance operations areas; traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations; operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and equipment; safety practices and codes; and basic office practices and software.
• Ability to: Perform skilled construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work; operate specialized vehicles and equipment; implement traffic control zones; troubleshoot problems; read construction drawings and maps; maintain logs and records; follow policies; communicate effectively; establish positive working relationships.
• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical path includes education and experience as described below.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience: Three (3) years of semi-skilled maintenance work experience.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. At City option, may require additional licenses, certifications, or specialized training relevant to the area of assignment.

• Have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in maintenance, construction, and/or repair of traffic signals and roadway righting systems.
• Completion of college level coursework and/or certification in electricity, electronics.
• Possess and maintain IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician Level I certification, or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level I certification, or equivalent.
• Possess IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I certification, and experience installing roadway signs.
• Possess and maintain IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic…