Traffic Signal Technician III

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services seeks a skilled technician to install, maintain and repair traffic signals and related equipment across the county. The role involves leading a daily crew, coordinating tasks, testing traffic cabinets, and ensuring safety and compliance.

CDL and electrical/ fiber optics background are valued as you support outages and document work orders. The position emphasizes preventative maintenance, data gathering, and collaboration with supervisors and public

Qualifications

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew.
• Assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding procedures and equipment.
• Organizes tasks to complete assigned work with supervision guidance.
• Performs testing and maintenance on traffic control devices.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs traffic signals, school flashers, and related equipment.
• Responds to outages and troubleshoots equipment.
• Tests cabinets and controllers and programs traffic controllers.
• Maintains logs, prepares status reports and work orders.
• Gathers data and reports for funding and compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Electrical skills

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to install, maintain and repair traffic signals and related equipment for the County.

Essential Functions

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with scheduling of staff and staff training; and provides input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
Installs, maintains and repairs traffic signals, caution lights, school flashers, speed zone flashers, and vehicle approach cabinets/lights, pedestrian signals, ground and aerial traffic signs and related equipment; performs preventative maintenance activities; responds to traffic control device outage calls; troubleshoots and repairs equipment; completes verbal and written status reports; and completes work orders and requests for maintenance.
Tests equipment; tests traffic cabinets prior to installation to ensure safe operation; prepares foundations and installs electrical devices for traffic cabinets; tests traffic cabinet and electrical disconnect grounding system; tests conflict monitors and malfunctioning management units; programs and tests traffic controllers;
Repairs or replaces equipment as needed, such as traffic controllers, detector amplifiers, load switches, relays, and related equipment; assembles, adjusts, replaces and cleans traffic signals, broken wires and missing visors; repairs signal flash and communication problems; replaces electronic parts; moves signals for road widening.; changes out traffic signal boxes; and maintains related documentation.
Drivers and maintains work site trucks: performs pre-trip vehicle inspection; checks fluid levels and tire pressure; fuels vehicle; and reports problems with vehicle to supervisor.
Maintains reference material library: collects schematic diagrams and technical manuals for traffic control equipment; maintains equipment log and supply list; and updates knowledge base on new and existing technologies.
Prepares applications and proposals for funding from federal and state government agencies, private organizations, developers, and others: gathers and compiles information; completes and submits applications; administers funds according to funding agency rules and regulations; and maintains and submits all required documentation.
Represents the division and the department on various committees and at meetings and public hearings; attends and participates in meetings and forums; and answers questions and provides information regarding division activities and plans.
Performs routine traffic engineering activities to determine if new traffic control devices or changes in existing traffic control devices are warranted/justified
Receives and responds to concerns, complaints and inquiries from both internal and external customers; participates in communication and public educational efforts regarding specific assignment area
Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State and County regulatory standards and procedures
Gathers data from various sources for review, analysis and study purposes, e.g. conducting speed hump studies, setting traffic counters, setting up speed trailers
Assists with gathering, tabulating and summarizing speed and volume data
Performs data entry in the receipt, review, correcting and tracking of all traffic crashes; copies those reports involving County property damage and forwards accordingly
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented vocational or technical school training in electrical or fiber optics; supplemented by three years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals and related equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within twelve months from date of hire, including appropriate endorsements.
• Must possess and maintain the following certifications: National Safety Council Flagger Certification, IMSA Work Zone Safety and IMSA Signal Level II.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animal/wildlife attacks, or animal/human bites.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.