Signal Technician - Traffic Technology

Olsson; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,907 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Traditional benefits package

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Signal Technician to join their Traffic Technology team in Colorado Springs. This role involves fieldwork, troubleshooting, and enhancing traffic management systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in traffic signal operations and possesses certification in IMSA Traffic Signal Level II.

Responsibilities include overseeing traffic signal cabinet installations and configurations, making on-site decisions, and collaborating with engineers. The position offers a salary range of $55,907 - $106,000 USD, with benefits including flexible work arrangements and a wellness program.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in traffic signal operations, repair, and maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving history.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• Handle technical questions and provide field services.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of traffic signal cabinets.
• Make critical decisions on-site and assist with application engineering.

Skills

Team collaboration

Programming traffic signal controllers

Basic principles of mechanical, electrical, and electronic

Fiber optic network integration

Job description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people‑centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson has an exciting opportunity for a Signal Technician to join our Traffic Technology team! This role is ideal for a candidate eager to collaborate with and provide support for traffic engineers and technicians in executing services and project work in the field.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Handling technical questions from clients and team members, providing field services across diverse projects. Your role will involve both troubleshooting and providing solutions that enhance our clients’ traffic management systems.
• Maintaining a superior hands‑on understanding of ITS technology, overseeing the installation, turn‑on, maintenance, and testing of traffic signal cabinets. You will support field operations for integration projects, ensuring systems are operational and optimized for performance.
• Representing the company on‑site, making critical decisions in real‑time, and assisting with application engineering and estimating.
• Configuring traffic signal controllers for optimal performance, integrating various devices within NEMA, CALTRANS, and ATC cabinets, and developing strategies for signal timings to manage traffic flow efficiently.
• Modifying traffic signal cabinets according to pre‑engineered designs or specific customer requirements, ensuring adherence to standards and operational needs.

This role involves spending an estimated 70% of the time working in the field, often in diverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Familiarity with programming traffic signal controllers and analyzing signal operations.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic basic principles as applied to traffic signal equipment.
• Practical knowledge of fiber optic network integration for signal systems.
• 5-10 years of experience in traffic signal operations, including the repair and maintenance of solid‑state electronics and electrical power systems.
• Ability to interpret design plans for quality assurance in traffic system installations.
• Knowledge of standard traffic control procedures/guidelines relating to traffic control device installation and/or repair as set forth in the MUTCD.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving history.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification.
• Ability to pass IMSA Traffic Signal Level III certification within 6 months.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

$55,907 - $106,000 USD

Benefits

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.

In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.