Traffic Signal Technician II

City of Fayetteville, North Carolina; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Job summary

City of Fayetteville, North Carolina is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician II to perform advanced skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, repair, maintenance and upgrade of traffic signal control devices and related systems. The role supports the Traffic Services Department and requires on-call availability for after-hours emergencies.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six months, IMSA Level I certification within twelve months,

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in traffic signal system maintenance or related work.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by additional specialized training in electronics, installation or maintenance of traffic signal devices or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Operate signal installation and maintenance equipment (bucket trucks, drills, power tools) in various weather conditions.
• Assist with inspection, preventative maintenance and repair of signals and related equipment.
• Locate underground signal facilities using plans, records and locating devices.
• Ensure proper placement of signals and utilities before digging.
• Analyze, test and resolve signal system malfunctions (electrical, electro-mechanical, electronic components).
• Monitor traffic signal network via CCTV and field visits.

Skills

Signal maintenance

Electrical testing

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

Interested in being part of an All-America City? The City of Fayetteville was awarded the All-America City distinction for the 4th time in 2023. We are the sixth largest City in North Carolina and leverage collaboration and inclusiveness to make decisions and solve problems. Beyond this distinction, to see what Fayetteville has to offer visit DistiNCtly Fayetteville (distinctlyfayettevillenc.com).

The City of Fayetteville is currently recruiting for a Traffic Signal Technician II to perform advanced skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, installation, repair, maintenance and upgrade of traffic signal control devices, including traffic signals, flashers, cameras, support structures, closed circuit camera systems and programmable schedules for school flashers; and to provide staff support to the Traffic Services Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a variety of signal installation and maintenance equipment including aerial lift bucket trucks, hydraulic drills, electrical power tools, forklifts and other similar equipment and machinery in repairing, installing and maintaining signals in various weather conditions.
• Assist with the planning and performance of a variety of activities requiring travel to include inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of traffic signals and related equipment.
• Locate underground traffic signal facilities utilizing traffic signal plans, outside plant records, electronic locating equipment, shovels, probing rods and other locating devices.
• Assist in the determination and confirmation of proper placement of traffic signals; ensure proper location of utilities and other work hazards prior to digging.
• Analyze, test and resolve traffic signal system malfunctions; repair electrical, electro-mechanical and electronic traffic signal components.
• Track work performed using internal tracking programs and products and assist other employees on the proper use of programs and products.
• Perform on-call technician duty for traffic signal malfunctions that occur after normal work hours, weekends, and holidays; respond to emergency situations as required including malfunctions in hazardous and severe weather conditions.
• Educate other employees in the performance of preventative maintenance and repair of traffic signals and related equipment, safe equipment operation, utility location, and City procedures.
• Assist with the monitoring of the City’s traffic signal network through the use of computers, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), and field visits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Please Note:

Candidates selected for hire will be required to submit proof of education prior to a firm job offer being made. Therefore, to avoid delays in the hiring process, it is strongly recommended that you attach a copy of your official graduation certificate(s) from higher level institution(s) at the time of your application submission.

Experience:

Two years of experience in traffic signal system maintenance or related work.

Education:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by additional specialized training in electronics, installation or maintenance of traffic signal devices or a related field.

LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS:

Required:

Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months of hire. International Municipal Sign Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level I certification is required to be obtained within twelve months of hire. Applicants with an active CDL are preferred.

Preferred:

Work Zone Training certification; Forklift certification; IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays
• Retirement

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.