Traffic Systems Technician 1 - NDOT

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Vacation Days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County seeks Traffic Signal Technicians 1 for the Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT) to install, maintain, operate and repair traffic control devices across Nashville. The role supports Vision Zero through reliable signals, ITS and camera systems.

This entry-level position involves wiring signal boxes, preventive maintenance, and safe operation practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and one year of skilled labor related experience in construction, building maintenance or solid state equipment.
• For this specific position, no substitution will be considered.
• Valid Driver License.
• Accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
• Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078 residency requirement to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and keeps NDOT’s Adaptive Signal Control Technology working at a high level of performance.
• Installs and maintains electronic and traffic signal equipment such as audible pedestrian button, wireless communication, and conflict monitors.
• Improves and maintains existing signalized intersections, warning beacons, and pedestrian crossings.
• Tests, diagnoses, and maintains various electronic equipment related to NDOT’s upgraded traffic signals and communications.
• Installs temporary and permanent traffic control devices within NDOT’s guideline to divert traffic and ensure public safety.
• Performs preventive maintenance including use, care, repair, and operation of traffic signals and street lighting circuits.
• Troubleshoots traffic signals and streetlight circuits that are attached to traffic signals.
• Reads and understands blueprints related to the installation of traffic signals systems.

Skills

Computer driven traffic control sys

Knowledge of MUTCD

Certification by the International Mun

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

KOR Web ticket program

Job description

Position Description

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking Traffic Signal Technicians 1 for the Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT). The Incumbent performs entry-level technical work in the installation, maintenance, operation, and repair of various types of traffic control devices including electro-mechanical traffic signals, Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) and cameras used to view traffic flow throughout Nashville. Conducts entry-level wiring into signal boxes on camera installations. The Incumbent performs related duties as required. Nashville’s transportation network includes traffic signal upgrades to ensuring timely operations for safer intersections and sidewalks in support of the Vision Zero initiative.

The Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure delivers a range of services, and the nearly 400 employees work around the clock to ensure a multimodal system that offers choice and better connects neighborhoods, residents, businesses and visitors to the place that they need and want to go to in a safe manner. These employees are responsible for over 2,200 miles of public roadways and rights-of-way, over 6,000 streets, over 300 bridges, 835 traffic signals and over 1,200 miles of bike/sidewalk lanes and much more. Big events in Nashville consist of CMA Festival, Stanley Cup Finals, Titans games, and any number of special events. These require big preparation and big clean-up, and the Nashville Department of Transportation employees are up for the challenge.

Typical Duties

Note: If you previously applied for this position in the last 6 months there is no need to re-apply.

• Maintains and keeps NDOT’s Adaptive Signal Control Technology working at a high level of performance.
• Installs and maintains electronic and traffic signal equipment such as audible pedestrian button, wireless communication, and conflict monitors.
• Improves and maintains existing signalized intersections, warning beacons, and pedestrian crossings.
• Tests, diagnoses, and maintains various electronic equipment related to NDOT’s upgraded traffic signals and communications.
• Installs temporary and permanent traffic control devices within NDOT’s guideline to divert traffic and ensure public safety.
• Performs preventive maintenance which includes participating in the use, care, repair, and operation of traffic signals and street lighting circuits.
• Troubleshoots traffic signals and streetlight circuits that are attached to traffic signals.
• Adheres to the NDOTs preventative maintenance practices and scheduling.
• Reads and understands blueprints specifically related to the installation of traffic signals systems.
• Handles secondary electrical feed that power traffic signals on metal or wood poles.
• Performs data entry of daily work ticket assignments in the KorWeb ticket system and other computer software.
• Controls pedestrians and traffic while installing signals and/or lighting using cones and barricades.
• Operates a bucket truck to repair malfunctioning traffic signals.
• Participates in on-the-job training or attends training seminars.
• Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma and one (1) year of skilled labor related experience in construction, building maintenance or experience maintaining and repairing solid state equipment.

For this specific position, no substitution will be considered.

License Required

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience with computer driven traffic control systems.
• Knowledge of, and experience in state of art integrated circuitry, transistorized components and diagnostic test equipment.
• Knowledge of the KOR Web ticket program.
• Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Certification by the International Municipal Signal Association.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Benefits

Full-time, Civil Service positions

• 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions

• 20 vacation days per year
• 3 Personal days per year
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 paid holidays per year

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Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.