Traffic Signal Technician

Job Title

To install, maintain, and repair traffic signal equipment, street lighting and to perform such other electrical maintenance as may be assigned.

• Installs, maintains, relocates and repairs electronic traffic control devices and street lighting fixtures.
• Repairs transformer, motors, starter, generators and other electrical devices.
• As required, installs wiring and electrical systems in municipal buildings and facilities.
• Sets up Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), which includes barricades, cones, arrow boards, etc.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

• High School or GED
• Two(2) years experience as an electronics technician in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal equipment. Specialized course in electronics from vocational or technical trade schools may be substituted for job experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or higher State of Florida Commercial Driver's License within six months.
• The ability to possess and maintain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Traffic Certification within six months of employment in position.
• Level I IMSA Traffic Signal Certification within six months of employment in position.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices in the installation, maintenance and repair of solid state traffic control devices.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices in the safe and proper use of tools, materials and equipment in the electronics trade.
• Ability to operate bucket truck, backhoe, and other related light construction equipment as required.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex written and oral instructions effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work overtime and/or be on call.
• Knowledge of the latest National Electric Code (NEC).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors and the general public.

Under the direction of the Department Head or designated representative. No Supervision exercised.

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Position requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, standing, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with no effective protection from weather conditions. Visual acuity is required to inspect and operate automotive equipment.

Position requires hearing sufficient to accurately perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in the performance of duties.

Limited public contact.

The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit  Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving.

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