Traffic Signal Technician

City of Bakersfield; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bakersfield is seeking a skilled journeylevel technician to install, repair, and maintain complex computer-controlled traffic signal systems. The role requires extensive experience with traffic signal hardware and electrical work, a valid California driver’s license, and the ability to pass a color vision test.

Apply with complete details to demonstrate qualifications. Primary duties include inspecting intersections, replacing components, testing cabinets and controllers, and

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of journey-level experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of computerized traffic signal systems.
• Five (5) years' experience as an Electrical Technician I/II.
• Must be able to pass color vision test.
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects traffic control intersections under construction or repair.
• Replaces damaged traffic standards and hardware.
• Evaluates traffic patterns and inspects detector loops.
• Tests cabinets and controllers and all associated equipment.
• Replaces wiring, conduit, cabinets and controllers.

Skills

Journey-level experience

Electrical technician

Color vision

California driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SALARY:

$34.78 - $42.26 / Hour

OPENING DATE: 11/4/26

CLOSING DATE: 11/18/26 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time

THE POSITION:

Under general supervision, this class performs skilled work at the journey-level, in the installation, repair and maintenance of complex, computer-controlled traffic signal systems; and performs other work as required.

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Inspects traffic control intersections under construction or repair; Replaces damaged traffic standards and hardware; Evaluates traffic patterns; Inspects traffic vehicle detector loops; Makes daily inspections of traffic control intersections; Tests new cabinets and controllers and all associated auxiliary equipment; Tests pedestrian timing; Replaces traffic lamps; Checks traffic heads for proper alignment; Operates light and heavy equipment; Replaces wiring and conduit; Replaces cabinets and controllers.

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, resume & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:

• Graduation from high school or completion of a G.E.D.;
• Five (5) years of journey-level experience in the installation, repair, andmaintenance of computerized traffic signal systems;
• Five (5) years' experience as an Electrical Technician I/II;
• An equivalent combination of training, certification, and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
• Must be able to pass color vision test.
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license is required

HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II certificate in signal maintenance and operations is desirable

ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): December 3rd, 2026 (Tentative)

An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected.

NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.