Job Description Summary

Department - Transportation

Job Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5385 - Traffic Signal and Lighting Maintenance Supervisor

Salary Grade: 14

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $63,544 - $76,252 Annually 

Pay Range: $63,544 - $88,961 Annually 

Range Explanation:

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The Pima County Department of Transportation is seeking a Traffic Signal and Lighting Supervisor to direct maintenance and improvement efforts for the County’s traffic signal and roadway lighting systems. This is a key leadership role for an experienced professional who takes pride in public service, values safety, reliability, and enjoys guiding skilled crews in a dynamic, field-oriented environment.

In this position, you will oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex traffic signal systems, including controllers, detection devices, and networked equipment. This role requires advanced technical knowledge of electrical and electronic systems, as well as effective leadership and management capabilities.

This position works four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with periodic on-call duties during nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Directs and participates in the analysis, repair, and maintenance of electrical or electronic systems, ensuring proper functionality;

• Supervises the fabrication or modification of equipment, facilities, or systems based on technical references, engineering drawings, or plans;

• Oversees the inspection, service, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles, ensuring they meet operational standards;

• Conducts quality-control analysis on systems and equipment, directing remedial actions to ensure optimal performance;

• Maintains detailed records of activity, operations, service, and usage for supported vehicles, equipment, and systems;

• Coordinates and schedules maintenance activities using a computer-based work order system, ensuring efficiency;

• Develops and monitors work-unit budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource utilization;

• Prepares written and oral reports on activities, progress, and operational performance;

• Estimates materials, supplies, and costs for unique operations or projects from sketches, engineering plans, and drawings;

• Inspects and certifies the work of others, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements;

• Assists management with the development of Requests for Bids (RFBs), contract provisions, and bid proposal evaluations;

• Prepares sketches and drawings to communicate project details to supervisors, staff, or contractors;

• Coordinates work-unit activities with other units, agencies, or contractors to optimize resource use and minimize service disruptions;

• Monitors contractor performance, including goods and services provided, ensuring adherence to contract terms;

• Supervises the proper storage, handling, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, ensuring safety and compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

Eight years of journey-level experience in the field of electrical or electronic construction, maintenance, and/or repair of electrical or electronic systems INCLUDING two years of lead or supervisory experience in the field.

(Relevant education from an accredited college, trade school, or industry-recognized apprenticeship program may substitute for up to three years of aforementioned experience.)

OR:

Two years with Pima County in a Traffic Signal Technician II position.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your appli