Traffic Signal Technician - Public Works

Requirements

• Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and at least one of these qualifications;
• A minimum of six months working experience in a position performing skilled electronic technology work; or
• Completion of a two-year college program leading to a degree related to electronic technology; or
• Valid Electrical License in the state of Washington as a Non-Residential Maintenance Electrician License (EL-07) or higher; or
• Military training and experience in a technology Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) related to electronic technologies; or
• International Municipal Signal Association (I.M.S.A.) Level I Certification for Traffic Signal Technician: or
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Incumbents must obtain the I.M.S.A. Level I Certification for Traffic Signal Technician within one year of date of employment.
• Selection Process:
• Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
• Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
• Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
• It is policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
• First review of candidates will be June 29th. This recruitment may close at any time after the first review date with no additional notice.
• Examples of Duties
• Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Operate a variety of tools, circuit testing and motor vehicle equipment including a bucket truck to install, maintain and repair traffic signal, railroad crossing, and flashing school sign systems, set wood poles and guy anchors, install guy and span wire cables.
• Maintain an inventory of parts and supplies in support of street and railroad traffic signal maintenance and emergency repair, recommends adequate inventory levels and orders supplies as necessary.
• Locate street light, ITS, and railroad traffic signal wiring for contractors and utility companies.
• Prepare written reports and maintain logs and records on a variety of traffic safety and

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Summary The Traffic Signal Technician is an entry level technician for those seeking to become Traffic Signal Technician, Senior if applicant meets qualifications. Workers in this position will contribute to traffic signal, railroad, and ITS operations and maintenance while advancing skills toward the senior level. The position reports to the Traffic Signal Team Supervisor. The Traffic Signal Technician or Senior position have no supervisory responsibilities. The Traffic Signal Technician, Senior will also provide direction. Incumbents will remain at the Traffic Signal Technician until they meet the minimum qualifications for the Traffic Signal Technician, Senior level. During the probationary period of 6 months, new hires will gain a broad understanding of what the signal technician or senior roll plays in the success of the division. Please note: this position may be filled at the level of Traffic Signal Technician or Traffic Signal Technician, Senior based on qualifications, skills and abilities. Traffic Signal Technician positions are represented by PROTEC17, Professional and Technical Employees.

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