Traffic Signal Technician

Job Description

Traffic Signal Technician

$60,000 and up

(Onsite)

The City of Falls Church is recruiting for a Traffic Signal Technician to join the Department of Public Works Operations team. Come and be a part of this vibrant community, great workforce and enjoy superior employment benefits! Enjoy FREE training to attain your CDL!

A Traffic Signal Repair Technician performs and leads others in the performance of specialized and skilled work related to traffic signal equipment. An employee in this class installs signal control equipment and performs field maintenance, installation, and replacement of traffic signals and related equipment. The Traffic Signal Repair Technician provides guidance, assistance, and training to Traffic Signal Service Workers who maintain, install, and replace traffic signals and related equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Traffic Signal Supervisor.

About the Department: The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.

Illustrative Examples of Work:

Performing journey-level work for the routine installation, repair, and maintenance of ITS equipment, traffic signal, and streetlight devices including using heavy equipment such as an aerial truck;

Conducting routine field inspections to determine functionality of equipment and investigating complaints regarding outages and brightness levels of streetlights;

Performing preventive maintenance to the streetlight and traffic control equipment such as pulling cables and ensuring all safety requirements are met;

Reconstructing and refurbishing traffic signal equipment or defective electrical equipment; including advising management if continued inoperability of equipment could pose a safety hazard;

Consulting with traffic operations staff or vendor representatives to identify and resolve technical problems;

Setting and removing temporary traffic control signage, cones, and barricades to safely complete installations and repairs;

Utilizing a work order system to generate reports and review performance data on traffic signals and streetlights.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Requires three years' experience in field work of traffic signs and signals or closely related experience

Considerable knowledge of electronic and electromechanical components used in traffic control work

Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions as they pertain to the electrical/electronic trade

Considerable knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods and practices for working with electrical and electronic equipment

Considerable knowledge of computer software related to signals, sign fabrication, and office related software

Must have some knowledge of fiber optics and networking

Ability to wire in a controller cabinet

Ability to use graphic instructions such as schematics

Ability to exercise safety precautions and conform to safety rules and regulations

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of high-school or GED equivalent.

One (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of ITS equipment or other electronic and electrical equipment;

The following certifications: VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Certification; and IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I or IMSA Roadway Lighting certifications.

Must be willing and have the ability to work out-of-doors under adverse weather conditions.

Valid Driver’s License in the state of residency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Electronics or Electrical Science;

Training or experience using the National Electrical Code (NEC);

Experience using Cartegraph, asset management systems, Asset management systems, MS Office, or similar systems;

Experience using traffic management systems; and IMSA Level II certification in Traffic Signal Technician, and Traffic Signs and Markings

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Hours: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Salary & Benefits: $60,000 and up, depending on qualifications. Robust benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, college savings plan, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, credit union membership, free parking, and more. City uniforms are supplied for wear while on the job. See more details on benefits here.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Falls Church does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability.

Reasonable Accommodation: During the selection process, applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation with the agreement of the Human Resources Division. Requests should be directed to the Human Resources Division.

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