Traffic Signal Technician II (61034900)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance technician to install, maintain, and repair traffic signals and related electrical systems. You will perform preventive checks, record inspections, manage inventory, and support contract inspections.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of related work experience, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required; Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors near traffic.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signals or similar electrical systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance checks and enters inspections into the system of record.
• Assists with contract inspections and measuring signals/loops for rebuilds, and maintains all related equipment.

Skills

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signals or similar electrical systems. Performs preventive maintenance checks on traffic signals and enters inspections into teams. Assists with entering inventory into the system of record. Performs required maintenance on facility and grounds electrical systems. Assists with contract inspections and measuring signals and loops for rebuilds. Maintains all work related equipment. Performs equipment repairs to ensure safe working order. Assists with cleaning and organizing the signal shop as needed. Assists with responding to traffic signal emergencies and after-hour calls and makes the necessary repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signals or similar electrical systems. Performs preventive maintenance checks on traffic signals and enters inspections into teams. Assists with entering inventory into the system of record. Performs required maintenance on facility and grounds electrical systems. Assists with contract inspections and measuring signals and loops for rebuilds. Maintains all work related equipment. Performs equipment repairs to ensure safe working order. Assists with cleaning and organizing the signal shop as needed. Assists with responding to traffic signal emergencies and after-hour calls and makes the necessary repairs. 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Additional Comments

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.