Traffic Signal Electronic Technician I

City of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Akron as a skilled technician in the Traffic Engineering Division, focusing on the installation and maintenance of electronic devices crucial for pedestrian and vehicle traffic control. This role requires a high school diploma and relevant experience in electronics, providing an opportunity to work independently in a dynamic municipal environment. Your contributions will directly impact city traffic safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year paid experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controls and devices.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair electronic devices for traffic control.
• Maintain logbook of service calls.
• Assist higher level technicians when needed.

Skills

Electric wiring systems

Safety precautions of electrical work

Basic logic circuitry

Solid state electronics theory

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Signal technician tools

Job description

This is skilled electronics work in the City's Traffic Engineering Division.

An employee in this class installs, services, and repairs electronic devices used in the control of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Works independently on school flashing zone devices, flashing intersection controls, and pedestrian warning devices. Assists higher level technicians working on complex electronic controls and devices. Work is sometimes hazardous and often performed under adverse weather conditions.

Installs, services, programs, and repairs all types of school, traffic, and pedestrian flasher circuits. Studies blueprints and schematics, locates cable or wires, traces out defective circuits, determines the cause for failure and makes necessary repairs. Changes bulbs on traffic light fixtures. Keeps logbook of all calls. As skill level permits, works on electronic devices under guidance of a Traffic Signal Electronic Technician II. Performs related work as required.

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of one year of paid experience in the repair and maintenance of electronic controls and devices, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training. THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED TRAINING. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.

Considerable knowledge of the principles of the operation, repair, maintenance and installation of electric wiring systems, equipment, controls and circuits. Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of electrical work. Knowledge of the principles of electricity. Some knowledge of basic logic circuitry. Knowledge of solid state electronics theory.

Ability to use signal technician tools and equipment. Ability to trace troubles and defects in wiring systems and equipment and to take necessary action. Ability to test and repair a variety of complex electrical equipment and devices. Ability to read and interpret complex diagrams, plans and specifications. Sufficient physical stamina to work out of doors under adverse weather conditions. List of essential job functions available upon request.

This is a classified position.

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, and Experience 10%.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience.

Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates.

RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

DRIVER’S LICENSE: An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.