Traffic Signal Technician III (Night Shift)

City and County of Denver; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

457B Retirement Plan

PTO and holidays

Health/dental/vision

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician III to maintain and repair traffic signal systems, cabinets, controllers and detectors. You will interpret wiring diagrams, adjust timing, and support the Transportation Operations team in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, four years of experience in traffic signal work, a valid CDL B by end of probation, and strong teamwork with a customer-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Experience: four (4) years in traffic signal installation, construction, maintenance, or repair.
• Licenses/Certifications: valid Driver's License; CDL B by end of probation; IMSA cert preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems and devices.
• Inspect and repair signal controllers, cabinets, detectors, and related equipment.
• Program timing controllers and adjust signals as needed to improve flow.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams; operate and inspect equipment.
• Respond to complaints and investigate defective signals; document findings.

Skills

IMSA Traff ic Signal Cert III

CDL B

English proficiency

Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. Although the full pay range is posted, the target hiring range is $31.33-$39.95.

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule

In this position, you can expect to work from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend shifts and on-call availability approximately every 4-5 weeks. The home base for this position will be 5440 Roslyn St., Denver, CO 80216. The evening shift has a 7% shift differential.

Who We Are & What You'll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services.

DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development. DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

The DOTI Transportation Operations Team is seeking a determined and hardworking individual to serve as a Traffic Signal Technician III. The Transportation Operations Team is responsible for the operation, maintenance, installation, and emergency repair of traffic control devices. They maintain a fiber optic communication network providing services to the DOTI Information Technology Division and Denver Police Department. They also operate the Transportation Management Center and are responsible for signals, electronics repair, utility locates, sign installation, sign manufacturing, and pavement markings. Our team are stewards of safety in a traffic-controlled work zone. This job environment is working with crew members who are punctual and thrive in a team setting. Commitment and being at work on time is essential.

• Act as an expert technician on the maintenance team and assist other technicians with questions and common problems
• Lead complex installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems and devices (wiring, conduit, poles, signal heads, controllers, switches, and vehicle detectors)
• Inspect, remove, and repair signal control and auxiliary equipment such as traffic signal controllers and cabinets, vehicle and pedestrian head assemblies, and street lighting and circuitry devices and systems
• Adjust, repair, replace, and modify electric and mechanical components, controllers, relays, switches, fuses, timers, and other related parts and equipment
• Monitor and program traffic signal timing controllers and make necessary adjustments
• Investigate complaints and report defective traffic signals and associated equipment
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Operate vehicles and perform pre-trip inspection to ensure proper functioning

What You'll Bring

• IMSA Traffic Signal Level III Certification (preferred, not required)
• Schedule flexibility, including the ability to work nights, rotating weekend shifts, and on-call availability for emergencies and inclement weather
• Current CDL B
• Strong motivation to learn and willing to take on various tasks to enhance their career and grow with the team
• Desire to teach and train newer technicians and act as a subject matter expert on the team
• Team-focused work ethic that focuses on punctuality, flexibility, and innovation
• Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English: Converse with the general public, Understand highway traffic signs and signals, Respond to official inquiries, Make entries on reports and records

Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
• Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience in traffic signal installation, construction, maintenance, or repair
• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement

Licenses & Certifications

• This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements by the end of probation.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Job Profile

Position Type: Unlimited

Salary Range: $31.33 - $48.56

Target Pay: $31.33 - $39.95/hour

Agency: Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies: City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact [e-mail] with three business days’ notice.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.

Additional Information

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere