Traffic Signal Technician - Electrical & ITS Specialist

City of Burbank, CA; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burbank, CA seeks a skilled Electronics and Electrical Technician to perform maintenance, testing, and repair on traffic signals, parking, and ITS equipment. Tasks include troubleshooting, installing, and configuring devices such as controllers, cameras, and signs, while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires knowledge of electrical theory, safety procedures, and the ability to work from heights.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and two years of experience working with traffic signal construction, troubleshooting, or repair experience.
• “IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I” or “State of California Department of Industrial Relations Electrician certification” and two years of experience working with traffic signal construction, troubleshooting, or repair experience.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent, and five years of experience working with traffic signal construction, troubleshooting, or repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, programs, repairs, installs, maintains, tests, and configures traffic signal and ITS equipment.
• Observes traffic signal operations and inspects contract work.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports manually and electronically.
• Operates a computer with related software and uses metering instruments; maintains safety procedures.
• Performs emergency repairs and responds to emergencies after-hours as necessary.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Testing equipment

Computer/software use

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Technician

Electrical certification (CA)**

Tools

Metering instruments

Power tools

Field measurement equipment

Job description

City of Burbank, CA seeks a skilled Electronics and Electrical Technician to perform maintenance, testing, and repair on traffic signals, parking, and ITS equipment. Tasks include troubleshooting, installing, and configuring devices such as controllers, cameras, and signs, while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires knowledge of electrical theory, safety procedures, and the ability to work from heights.