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Urgent! Traffic Signal Technician Position in Cheyenne - City of Cheyenne

Traffic Signal Technician



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Traffic Signal Technician

JOB TITLE: Traffic Signal Technician

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Public Works/Traffic

SUPERVISOR: Traffic Signal Supervisor

SALARY: $43,724 to $52,468 Annually


GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION


Responsible for the installation and maintenance of traffic signals; to oversee and participate in related work activities; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of city-wide traffic signal and electrical traffic control devices.

    Ability to oversee and inspect work performed by utility companies, contractors, and other departments in the installations of traffic control devices.
  • Operate and maintain city traffic signal and control systems.

    Maintain a working knowledge of basic theories and concepts with respect to computerized and other master control systems.
  • Develop quality control standards for the acceptance of new equipment.

    Prepare new signal equipment for use including wiring, testing, monitoring, and installing equipment.
  • Responsible for the operation of all traffic controllers and coordination units.

    This involves the setting and programming of appropriate signal timings with respect to City and State specifications.
  • Respond to emergency calls for signal malfunctions during and after regular working hours.

    Must diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs during and after regular working hours.

    Respond to locates for underground signal wire and conduit.
  • Evaluate existing traffic signals and electrical control devices to effectively prioritize modifications and upgrades on both the City and State Systems.

  • Set up appropriate temporary traffic control for all street-related work in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) standards.

    SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of traffic control systems installation and maintenance.
  • Participate in the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment for the City of Cheyenne including wireless communication/fiber optics, radio, and computer equipment.

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Installation, maintenance, and repair requirements for traffic signals and luminaries.
  • Pertinent City traffic codes.
  • Layout of the City Street system.
  • Pertinent Federal, State and Local laws, codes, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of basic electricity
  • Basic knowledge of Windows-based computer systems
  • Basic knowledge of MUTCD
  • Basic knowledge of IP Based Networking
  • Organize, and review the work of lower-level staff.
  • Coordinate and oversee traffic signal and luminaire installation projects.
  • Work independently in the absence of supervision.
  • Read and interpret technical manuals, government regulations and uniform traffic codes.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
  • QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

    Required:

    High school diploma or GED.

    Signal Association certification for Traffic Signal Technician, Level I within one year and Level II Field Technician certification within 3 years.


    Preferred:


    Two (2) years’ experiences in traffic signal industry or related electrical industry.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS



    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, and writing.

    The employee is also required to maintain physical condition necessary for operating assigned equipment, walking, standing, kneeling, repeated bending or sitting for prolonged periods of time and lifting to 50 pounds.

    Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions demonstrating intellectual capabilities.



    Working Environment:


    Travel from site to site; office, field, and shop environment; exposure to high voltage and inclement weather conditions.

    Receive, respond to, evaluate, and resolve emergency calls during and after regular working hours



    Required Skill Profession

    Electrical And Electronic Equipment Mechanics, Installers, And Repairers



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