Traffic Signal Technician III (61034066)

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina in Charleston seeks a Traffic Signal Technician to coordinate installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signals. You will monitor the district signal database, update systems as required, and recommend improvements or upgrades to existing signals and flashers.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2.5 years of related experience, plus a valid driver's license and Class A CDL within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 2.5 years of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license required; Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate job assignments pertaining to installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signals.
• Monitor the district traffic signal database and update system as required.
• Make recommendations for improving and/or upgrading existing traffic signals and flashers.
• Maintain records including expenses, signal installation reports, and preventive maintenance schedule.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports.
• Provide in shop training on traffic signal software and related items.
• Ensure an adequate stock of digital, electric, and electronic parts for repair.
• Prepare employee performance evaluations, position descriptions, and daily HMMS time records.
• Assist in repair of electronic equipment and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Class A CDL within 6 months

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Coordinates job assignments pertaining to the installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signals. Monitors the district traffic signal database and updates system as required. Makes recommendation for improving and/or upgrade existing traffic signals and flashers. Maintains records including expenses incurred by the traffic signal, traffic signal installation reports, and traffic signal preventative maintenance schedule. Submits weekly and monthly reports. Provides in shop training on traffic signal software and other related items, as it pertains to traffic signals and/or designs. Ensures an adequate stock of digital, electric, and electronic parts for repair of traffic signals. Prepares employee performance evaluations, position description, and daily records of time in the Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS). Assists in the repair of electronic and other related equipment as required due to damage. Responds to regular traffic signal complaints, as well as after-hours emergency calls promptly making necessary repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and two and one-half (2.5) years 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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.