Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician II

About the position

The Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician II position is a skilled role within the Traffic Section of the Engineering Department, responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and adjustment of electrical and electronic traffic signals. This position requires a high level of expertise and professionalism, as the technician will work independently and make sound decisions to ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The role also includes participation in an on-call afterhours emergency standby rotation program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on traffic controller operations and traffic signal related systems.
• Conduct visual checks and inspections on traffic signal facilities.
• Construct, install, maintain, inspect, and diagnose malfunctions and repair traffic signal systems, including traffic sensing devices, traffic signal circuits, signal controllers, and pre-emption systems.
• Assist in evaluating the work done by signal contractors and evaluating the quality of contractor maintenance.
• Repair, replace or modify signal head components, relays, switches, fuses and other signal cabinet parts.
• Conduct maintenance and upkeep of traffic signal storage facility.
• Keep accurate work records; order supplies, parts and materials.
• Investigate complaints and reports of signal malfunctions; adjust, repair or remove defective equipment.
• Serve as an integral member of the on-call afterhours emergency standby rotation program.
• Work from ladder heights and heights up to 40' in the air with the aid of an aerial lift truck.
• Participate in the Dig Alert program locating and marking underground facilities pertaining to traffic signal related equipment.
• Perform graffiti removal from traffic signal facilities.
• Operate a fork lift to receive oversized shipments.
• Assist in the development of time and labor saving improvements to the signal system and signal maintenance records.
• Utilize computer for evaluating maintenance situations and transferring data to and from signal system components in the field and office.
• Adhere to administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of direct experience in the installation, operation and maintenance of traffic signal equipment and control systems.
• Prior experience with Econolite Traffic Signal Equipment, including ASC2, ASC3, and COBALT controllers, as well as TS-1 and TS-2 Specifications is preferred.
• Possession of a valid Level II Traffic Signal Field Technician certification through the International Municipal Signal Association is strongly desired.
• Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent along with courses in the electrical/electronic field of study.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with cabinet wiring and malfunction diagnosis for Econolite equipment.
• Familiarity with loop detection methods and preventive maintenance for loop detection systems.
• Knowledge of video detection methods, particularly with Econolite and Iteris systems.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits plan allowing employees to select benefits based on individual needs.