Traffic Signal Technician II (61034214)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Traffic Signals Technician for District 3 (Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, Oconee). The role includes testing equipment for annual signal inspections, assisting in installation and repair of signal communications equipment, and responding to concerns during normal hours with 24/7 on-call rotation.

CDL Class A to be obtained within six months is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL Class A to be obtained within 6 months.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in variable weather and traffic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests on equipment for annual inspections of all traffic signals in District 3.
• Assists with installation, repair or replacement of traffic signal communications equipment.
• Responds to complaints during normal hours; on-call at night, weekends and holidays.
• Assists in building, installation, programming, and repair of traffic signals and school flashers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL Class A (within 6 months)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs tests on equipment needed for annual inspections of all traffic signals in District 3 (Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, Oconee). Assists with all installation, repair, or replacement of traffic signal communications equipment. Responds to complaints and concerns during normal business hours. Acts as 24/7 on-call technician in weekly rotation working nights, weekends and holidays. Assists in the building, installation, programming, and repair of traffic signals, pedestrian safety equipment, and school flashers. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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. 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.

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.