Signal/Light/Electrical Technician Supervisor

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disabi­l­

Optional employee benefits

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking a Signal/Light/Electrical Technician Supervisor based in Phoenix to oversee inspection, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals, lighting, ITS, tunnels, and pump stations. This role requires participation in a 24-hour call-back rotation and leadership to coach and develop problem solvers to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include planning work, coordinating crews, approving materials and equipment, and maintaining a safe,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of common and specialized tools and equipment.
• Plans, sketches and schematics of electrical systems.
• National and local electrical codes.
• Methods for installing and repairing traffic signals, ITS and telecom systems.
• Electrical theory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance of traffic signals, lighting, ITS, tunnels and pump stations.
• Plan work, assign crews, and document work performed.
• Evaluate performance, hire staff, and mentor subordinates.
• Coordinate with other crew members and manage resources.
• Review project plans and manage plan changes.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Blueprints & schematics

Safety practices

Oral & written communication

Problem solving

Public contact

Tool usage

Education

Associate degree in applicable field

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Telecom/ITS knowledge

Job description

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

Signal/Light/Electrical Technician Supervisor

Job Location:

Central Traffic Systems Maintenance
2302 W. Durango St.
Phoenix, AZ 85009

Posting Details:

Salary: $68,508.86 - $73,508.86
Anticipated Salary:$73,508.86

Grade: 22

Closing Date:Oct 15, 2026

Job Summary:

Supervises the performance of inspection, maintenance, and repair of one or more of the following: traffic signals, lighting, Blue stake, ITS, tunnel, pump stations. This position requires employees to participate in rotation based 24 hour call back program. Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

Job Duties:

Performs and supervises electrical, electronic and/or mechanical duties related to routine and non-routine preventive maintenance of traffic signals, illumination, and telecommunications systems; revamp/Installation of traffic signal, illumination, ITS and telecommunications systems (betterment), tunnel and pump station systems.
Plans work/crew assignments. Documents work performed and/or inspected. Evaluates employee performance, hire staff and administers progressive discipline, coach and mentor subordinate staff. Confers and coordinates with other crew members.
Approves project planning, materials and equipment acquisition, organizes external resources. Red lines plans and infrastructure database management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Use, care and maintenance of common and specialized tools, equipment and materials related to the trade.
• Plans, sketches and schematics of electrical, electronic, mechanical and utility systems.
• National and local electrical codes.
• Methods and procedures for installing, repairing, diagnosing, and inspecting traffic signals, lighting, ITS, utility, tunnel and pumps station devices, common safety practices.
• Electrical, electronic, mechanical, ventilation and public utility theory.

Skill in:

• Applying and making interpretations of federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to work activities, safe practices, and public contact.
• Electrical wiring and repair; using proper materials and tools, vehicles, and equipment to perform work activities within established work methods.
• Oral and written communications.
• Problem solving and interpersonal relationships.
• Fundamentals in reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, schematics of electrical and electronic components and circuits.
• Methods and procedures for installing, repairing, diagnosing related equipment and appurtenances.
• Applying electrical and electronic principles.

Ability to:

• Comprehend directions.
• Work independently.
• Use proper materials, tools, vehicles and equipment specific to work activity. -plan, coordinate, analyze, and perform multiple tasks.
• Learn computer systems, traffic control methods, practice and procedures, federal, state, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to work activities.
• Apply safety practices and public contact/customer service practices.
• Apply and interpret procedures and practices established for the work section. Comply with all safety rules, regulations and established practices.
• Perform basic project level planning and coordination, conduct material quantity take-offs for repairs.
• Self-study to increase and expand knowledge base.

Selective Preference(s):

Associates degree in a applicable field of study.

Supervisor level electrical/electronics background.

One (1) year of experience equivalent to a Signal Lighting and Technical Electrical Area Supervisor.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.