Traffic Signal Technician

MB Haynes Corporation; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) Savings Plan

Health Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability (voluntary)

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

MB Haynes Corporation in Asheville, NC is looking for a Traffic Signal Technician to install, operate, and maintain traffic signal systems. The role involves working with heavy equipment and ensuring correct installation and maintenance of these systems.

Candidates must pass a background check and drug screening, possess a positive attitude, and be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. Comprehensive benefits are provided, including health insurance and a 401(k) Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must have a positive and cooperative attitude and excellent attendance.
• Must properly use safety equipment and personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in signal installation like dump trucks and backhoes.
• Wire, install, and repair traffic signal equipment.
• Transport necessary equipment and supplies to and from the work site.

Skills

Ability to use hand tools

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Positive attitude

Safety equipment usage

Job description

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Traffic Signal Technician would be to work on the installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical, electronic, and digital controlled traffic signal and lighting systems. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain traffic signal control devices, systems, and auxiliary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in signal installation such as dump trucks, air compressors, jackhammers, trenchers, backhoes, bucket trucks, pole trucks, and forklifts
• Interpret plans and specifications to ensure correct installation and maintenance of traffic signal systems.
• Wire, drill, install, assemble, and repair signal poles, arms, heads, push buttons, luminaries, and wire loops.
• Install traffic pole and controller cabinets on concrete bases and change controllers, conflict monitors, load switches, or relays as needed.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and assigned vehicle.
• Transport necessary equipment and supplies to and from the work site.
• Perform related duties as assigned including cross training.

Requirements

• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must have a positive and cooperative attitude and excellent attendance.
• Must be able to get along with fellow workers, other tradesmen on the jobsite, inspectors, customers, and the public.
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must properly use safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all types of hand tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is primarily performed in outdoor environments in all/extreme weather conditions.
• This position requires physical activity including extended periods of standing and walking, frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing.
• Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or carry materials and/or supplies and other materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of materials and/or supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Health Insurance
• Benefit Conversion at Termination (COBRA)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (voluntary)
• Life Insurance
• Additional (voluntary) life insurance (for employee and family members)
• AFLAC (voluntary) supplemental insurance
• Legal Shield (voluntary) prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tool and Equipment Assistance
• Uniform and Uniform Maintenance
• Holidays