Traffic Signal Technician I

About the role

To install, maintain, and repair traffic signal equipment, street lighting and to perform such other electrical maintenance as may be assigned. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, relocates and repairs electronic traffic control devices and street lighting fixtures. Repairs transformer, motors, starter, generators and other electrical devices. As required, installs wiring and electrical systems in municipal buildings and facilities. Sets up Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), which includes barricades, cones, arrow boards, etc. Performs such other duties as may be assigned. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Requirements

• High School or GED
• Two(2) years experience as an electronics technician in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal equipment. Specialized course in electronics from vocational or technical trade schools may be substituted for job experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or higher State of Florida Commercial Driver's License within six months.
• The ability to possess and maintain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Traffic Certification within six months of employment in position.
• Level I IMSA Traffic Signal Certification within six months of employment in position.
• Job Based Competencies
• Knowledge of the principles and practices in the installation, maintenance and repair of solid state traffic control devices.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices in the safe and proper use of tools, materials and equipment in the electronics trade.
• Ability to operate bucket truck, backhoe, and other related light construction equipment as required.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex written and oral instructions effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work overtime and/or be on call.
• Knowledge of the latest National Electric Code (NEC).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors and the general public.
• Responsibility
• Under the direction of the Department Head or designated representative. No Supervision exercised.
• Physical Requirements
• Public Contact
• Limited public contact.
• Retirement Benefit
• F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov

Benefits

Additional Information

All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . Click to view a the City's Educational Equivalency Statement . Department: Streets and Highway Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $24.9837 - $30.9171 Hourly / $51,966.10 - $64,307.57 Annually Job Posting Period: June 18, 2026 - June 24, 2026 12:00 A.M. Job Description:

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