Traffic Signal/Line Worker Technician - open until filled

Job Description

A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it’s like to work here:

At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Our community is more than a place; it's our heart and service that brings us together.

We encourage work-life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with us includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment, giving you the flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.

Additional Benefits Include:

o    12 Paid Holidayso    12 Paid Sick Dayso    Up to 24 Paid Vacation Days per year (DOE)o    Paid Maternity/Paternity Leaveo    Utah Retirement System Pensiono    10% Employer Contributions in Utah Retirement Optionso    Tuition Reimbursemento    Medical Health Savings Account (HSA) or Traditional Medical Insuranceo    Medical HSA Plan No Premiumso    HSA Front Load to employees $600 Individual/$1,200 Familyo    Dental insuranceo    Vision insuranceo    $50,000 Life Insuranceo    Snow Pay Incentiveo    CDL Trainingo    Sign On Compensationo    Many Additional Programs to Assist you

 

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JOB SUMMARY

 

Constructs, maintains, and installs electrical equipment, traffic signals, street lights, and school flashers throughout Salt Lake County.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Three (3) years of experience in a field closely related to these duties; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

 

A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah is required.

 

Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Learner’s Permit issued by the State of Utah within thirty (30) days of hire date.

 

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the State of Utah within six (6) months of hire date.

 

Must complete the IMSA Roadway Lighting and Traffic Signal Level I certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

 

Must complete all internal equipment certifications within six (6) months of hire.

 

Must complete level I IMSA street light certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

 

Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Constructs, installs, and maintains traffic signal controllers, cabinets, pole base and foundations, mast arms, vehicle detection loops, underground/overhead wiring and conduit
• Constructs, installs, and maintains street lights, school flashers, and radar signs.
• Monitors traffic coordination systems and ATMS system.
• Coordinates with contractors and power company representatives to determine electrical problems or power failures. Facilitates resolution of repairs.
• Operates specialized equipment such as boom trucks, line trucks, trenchers, and concrete saws.
• Works with low and high voltage, electrical meters, and testing equipment.
• Assists County Divisions with electrical equipment and electric motors as requested.
• Investigates citizen concerns and resolves issues in a professional, courteous manner, while maintaining a safe environment and providing excellent customer service.
• Follows applicable safety practices, requirements, and policies to prevent accidents and/or injuries.
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to respond to emergencies.
• Prepares and submits detailed d