Traffic Signal Technician I - Traffic Operations - TMS

Collier County Realty Corp; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier County is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician I to join the Traffic Signals Team. The role observes and aids in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of traffic signal systems to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow under general supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and one year of related experience, plus fingerprinting and state licensing prerequisites. The position is based in Naples, FL, with a focus on safety and reliable operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience.
• Fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of traffic signal systems and related components.
• Assist in programming, timing, and phasing of controllers; inspect and record timing changes.
• Maintain signal heads, wiring, and hardware; operate trucks as needed.
• Conduct inspections and troubleshooting of roadway lighting and related electrical components.

Skills

Experience

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE. The Traffic Operations section is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician I to join their Traffic Signals Team. The position works under general supervision to observe and aid in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of traffic signal systems and related components to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous flow of traffic.

Essential Functions

• Observes and aids in the maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and calibrating of traffic signal system electrical components and roadway lighting electrical circuits.
• Observes and aids in programming, timing, and phasing into controllers; inspects/verifies time of day for each controller in coordinated systems; records changes in timing, wiring, or any junction.
• Aids in maintaining signal head lenses, reflectors, and disconnects; installing electrical wiring and replacing signal heads, lamps, and other hardware; operates Platform Truck and MOT truck.
• Observes and aids in the inspections and troubleshooting roadway lighting, replaces, luminaires, fuse holders, blown fuses, ballasts, transformers, replace individual installations that have been knocked down by motor vehicles. Conduct Photometric Analysis.
• Observes and aids in locating underground electrical cables and pull boxes using electronic sensor equipment.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, checklists, work records, maintenance reports, inspection reports, inventory records, traffic counts, vehicle maintenance records, or other documents.
• Operates a personal or laptop computer, general office equipment, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of database, e-mail, or other computer programs.
• Observes and aids in the installation and maintains communications systems, electronic systems, or other equipment as needed, such as communications equipment, modems, electronic time clocks, solar systems, or direct current systems.
• Facilitates underground drilling and boring work; locates underground wiring using electronic sensor equipment; locates existing signal and street light cables; locates pull boxes covered by landscaping and raises boxes to proper level.
• Maintains current inventory records of county-wide streetlights; maintains current inventory records of signal heads and hardware.
• Conducts, monitors, records, and reports manual and mechanical traffic counts.
• Performs manual tasks associated with work activities; mows grass and cuts shrubbery around traffic signal cabinets; cuts asphalt and concrete; pulls and runs cables; digs holes/trenches and shovels materials; lifts/moves heavy materials.
• Hauls, transports, loads, and/or unloads various equipment and materials associated with projects.
• Maintains current inventory of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies; stocks materials on truck; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new or replacement materials; receives, unloads, and stores incoming deliveries of materials.
• Observes and operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with projects and work activities, which may include a bucket truck, lift truck, hydraulic lift, utility vehicle, drill, air compressor, generator, jig saw, band saw, radial saw, soldering iron, locator, load switch analyzer, controller tester, oscilloscope, relay tester, loop tester, conflict monitor analyzer, voltmeter, ohmmeter, multi-meter, shovel, weed eater, ladder, measuring instruments, mechanic tools, hand tools, or two-way radio.
• Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, sharpening tools, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; sets up safety work zones and assists with traffic control/safety at work sites.
• Responds to emergency situations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of related experience
• Fingerprinting required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Must attain and maintain a valid Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) or International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Work Zone Safety Certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months from the date of hire.

Supplemental information

• Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County’s Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.
• This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Collier County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities. Veterans’ Preference is provided to eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.

Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time employees.