TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

Posting number: 10.346 7-2026

Department: PUBLIC WORKS: BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION

Job classification: TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance

Summary

Pay Schedule II, Grade H 19, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week.

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Transportation.  

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. 

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
 
Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Examples of duties

Under close supervision, participates in the field and bench repair, maintenance, modification, and installation of traffic signal control devices and associated equipment.

1. Participates and assists in the field and bench repair and installation of electronic traffic control devices such as signals, vehicle detectors, and signal controllers.
2. Participates in the modification of traffic signal control systems. 
3. Sets and adjusts signal timings and controller programs. 
4. Assists in trouble shooting, pre-wiring, testing, and installing traffic signal control cabinets and related equipment.
5. Performs general maintenance and inspection of traffic signals and related equipment. 
6. Replaces hoods, lenses, and bulbs.
7. Participates in the monitoring and analysis of data generated by traffic signal control computer systems and local intersection controllers.
8. Answers maintenance and repair calls during regular working hours and on an emergency basis.

Examples of Other Duties

1. Maintains the repair shop.  Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent
plus 
two years' experience in electronics repair or the repair and maintenance of electronic traffic signal systems.
(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education in electronics may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)
 
(Possession of a Traffic Signal Level I certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Possession of a Traffic Signal Level II certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) may be substituted for two years of the required experience.)
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)
Knowledge of the principles and practices of electronics repair or traffic signal equipment repair. Knowledge of solid-state electronics. Knowledge of safety standards and procedures.

Skill in the operation and care of electronic or traffic signal repair tools.

Ability to repair traffic signal control systems, microprocessors, solid state devices, and related equipment. Ability to program traffic signal control systems and devices. Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment and test equipment. Ability to perform interconnect cabling and wiring. Ability to use personal computers and traffic signal control related software. Ability to recognize and differentiate colors. Ability to read and interpret blue prints and schematic diagrams. Ability to work at various heights. Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)
Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of traffic signal control maintenance, repair, modification, and installation principles, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of traffic control terminology. Knowledge of the principles and practices of railroad