TECHNOLOGIST II, TRAFFIC SIGNAL

Brampton; Brampton; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brampton is hiring a Technologist II, Traffic Signal, to lead installation and maintenance of traffic signals at the Williams Pkwy Operations Centre. The role requires coordinating studies, updating signal timing, and guiding Technologist I staff and contractors.

Eligibility includes IMS Level I certification, a valid Ontario driver's license, and 1+ year of relevant experience. This is a union, full-time position with a 35-hour week and a 2-month vacancy.

Qualifications

• High School graduation plus a Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent program (2–3 years).
• 1+ year experience in traffic signal design and maintenance contracts.
• IMS Level I Traffic Signal Certification and a valid Ontario G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs and contracts for new traffic signal installations and modernizations.
• Coordinate traffic signal maintenance programs.
• Coordinate School Zone Flasher program and underground plant installation for new subdivisions.
• Review consultant traffic signal submissions for new developments.
• Maintain and modify standard drawings and signal timing data for optimization.
• Assist with Traffic Control Centre operations and data analysis for signal timing.
• Coordinate maintenance work, review invoices, and issue purchase orders.
• Manage city-wide traffic signal projects and inventory.

Skills

Traffic signal design

Contract administration

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

High School plus Civil Eng Tech program

Tools

IMS Level I Certification

Ontario driver’s license

Job description

Job Title: TECHNOLOGIST II, TRAFFIC SIGNAL

Posting Start Date: 10/19/26

Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Union

Number of Positions: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Division: Roads Mtn, Operations & Fleet
Rate of Pay: $84247.80 per annum
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Temporary (T), vacancy for 2.00 months
Hours of Work: 35 hour workweek
Location: Williams Pkwy Operations Centre (WPOC)
Closing Date: 10/26/2026

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This position reports to the Coordinator, Traffic Signal Systems. You will co-ordinate the installation and maintenance of the traffic signals; analyses traffic study results for the implementation of phasing updates and changes to signal timing. You will also provide direction to Signals Technologist I, Co-op students and Contractors.

POSITION DUTIES:

• Prepares designs and contracts for new Traffic Signal Installations and Modernizations
• Coordinates traffic signal Maintenance Programs
• Coordinates School Zone Flasher program
• Coordinates underground plant installation for new development subdivisions
• Coordinates consultant traffic signal submissions for new developments
• Design/modify standard drawings for submission to the City Standards committee
• Assists with daily operations of Traffic Control Centre & Traffic Signal System including: altering signal timing database; collecting, analysing and inputting data for signal optimization; monitoring communications and resolving problems as required
• Coordinates traffic signal maintenance program; determines maintenance required, ensures work completed, reviews invoices and prepares purchase orders
• Project administration for various city-wide traffic signal initiatives
• Investigates traffic signal hardware problems on-site and initiates corrective action or contacts signal maintenance contractor
• Maintains Traffic Signal Inventory
• Responds to inquiries/complaints to provide information; investigates and follows-up accordingly
• Maintains computerized invoicing system; inputs and retrieves related data
• Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• High School (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of over two (2) and up to three (3) years in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• Over one (1) year, up to and including two (2) years’ experience in traffic signal design and implementation, administering and monitoring maintenance contracts/signal systems and directing contractors

REQUIRED LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Traffic Signal Certification
• Valid, non-probationary Ontario class G driver’s licence and use of own vehicle

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II and III Traffic Signal Certification is an asset
• Associate Membership or eligibility to acquire membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
• Work Zone Safety and WHMIS
• Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual and City of Brampton By-Laws
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Information

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Interview: Ourrecruitmentprocessmaybecompletedwith video conference technology.

A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

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