SIGNAL TECHNICIAN I - TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Claytoncountyga; Georgia; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Clayton County Transportation and Development seeks a Signal Technician I to support installation, maintenance, and operation of traffic signal systems and related devices. You will assist with poles, wiring, and conduit, plus basic programming and troubleshooting under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant certificate or experience, with a valid Georgia driver's license. Prior IMSA Level 1 preferred; training provided as needed.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED; plus a technical college certificate in a related field.
• 2 years’ experience with hand tools, general construction, and traffic signal maintenance.
• Or 6 years’ experience in the same areas; equivalent combinations accepted.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Preferred: Flagman certification and IMSA Level 1 Signal Technician.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and operation of traffic signals and related components.
• Assist with erecting signal poles, wiring, and conduit installation.
• Assist with programming, diagnostics, and repair of signal equipment.
• Read and interpret project plans.

Conocimientos

Hand tools

General construction

Traffic signal systems

Reading project plans

Electrical wiring

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Technical college certificate program

Herramientas

Flagman certification

IMSA Level 1 Signal Technician

Descripción del empleo

SIGNAL TECHNICIAN I - TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT

SIGNAL TECHNICIAN I

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SIGNAL TECHNICIAN I

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION:

Performs basic semi-skilled and technical work in the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of traffic signal systems and related components. Work requires the familiarity with engineering specifications, construction standards, and department procedures as they relate to assigned duties. At times, must be able to work independently in applying these rules and procedures to a variety of work situations, problems, and specialized tasks. Work is performed under the direction of a lead Signal Technician or supervising engineer who closely monitors and inspects work while in progress and upon completion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Assists with the installation, maintenance, and operation of traffic signals and related components including: traffic signals, battery back-up systems, variable message signs, computerized traffic control systems, school zone flasher assemblies, warning flashers, traffic signal controllers, vehicle detection systems, time clocks, surveillance cameras, fiber optic cable, radio communication system components, Ethernet network communication equipment, emergency vehicle detectors, pedestrian signals, and related other related devices. Assists with the erection of concrete, steel, and timber signal poles; hangs signal heads; runs electrical wires and cable aerially and underground; installs conduit; cuts concrete for loop detection systems. Assists with performing basic level programming, diagnostic troubleshooting, and repairs to solid state, electronic, electrical, digital, and microprocessor-based components. Assists Transportation Control Center (TCC) personnel with troubleshooting basic signal operation parameters and network communication devices. Regularly works from a bucket truck suspended over traffic. Ensures tasks performed are in accordance to Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) requirements. Reads and interprets project plans.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Flags and directs traffic and places temporary traffic control devices around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public. Maintains and cleans equipment and vehicles. Performs manual labor as required. Participates in the Department’s Emergency Response/Call-Back Program as required. Participates as needed in repair efforts related to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters, and other emergency situations. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED; completion of a certificate program at a Technical college in a related field; supplemented by two (2) years’ experience using hand tools, general construction, and traffic signal construction and maintenance; OR High school diploma or GED; supplemented by six (6) years’ experience using hand tools, general construction, and traffic signal construction and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Preferred candidate would hold certification as a Flagman and International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level 1 Signal Technician.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability:

Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements:

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, humidity, rain, temperatures, noise extremes, wetness, machinery, and vibrations or traffic hazards.

Position : 2231

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT