Traffic Signal Technician II (61033823)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State-of-South-Carolina is seeking a field technician to install, program, and repair traffic signal systems. The role involves testing cabinets, updating plans, and performing preventative maintenance in varied environments.

You will respond to outages and complaints, conduct inspections, and document work. The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, driving, and obtaining a CDL Class A within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of related work experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• CDL Class A within six months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain traffic signal equipment including cabinets, wiring, heads, and lighting.
• Program and test signal controllers and update databases.
• Respond to signal, lighting or navigation lighting complaints and after-hours emergencies.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on traffic signal equipment.
• Document work in Daily Work Reports/Journal and TEAMS.
• Work with bucket trucks and other heavy equipment as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL (Class A within 6 months)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Performs duties utilizing ATMS.NOW and Street Sync for programming signal controllers and maintains and ensures database is up-to-date. Sets up and tests traffic signal cabinets in the shop based off of the intersection signal plans or revision drawings prior to installation. Replaces existing signal equipment such as signal cabinets signal and pedestrian poles, electrical wiring, signal heads, highway lighting and navigation lighting due to damage or age. Responds to traffic signal, highway lighting or navigation lighting complaints, and after-hours emergency calls promptly making necessary repairs. Installs, programs and repairs overhead and shoulder signal flasher related equipment such as time clocks and Carmanah solar flashers. Conducts preventative maintenance inspections and inspections of traffic signal equipment to include preemption for railroads and emergency vehicles. Maintains documentation and enters data into TEAMS for the inspection(s) conducted. Conducts inspections of intersections installed, repaired and rebuilt by contractors. Ensures that all current SCDOT signal specifications are met. Documents all work completed by the contractor in a Daily Work Report/Journal. Operates bucket trucks, boats, digger derrick truck and trailers for the repairs and installation of traffic signal, highway lighting and navigation lighting. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma and one (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires driving for extended periods, walking, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be subject to a certain degree of risk working with electrical currents. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise on a daily basis.

Non Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.