JOB Under the general supervision of the Traffic Signal Supervisor, performs journey level work in the installation, repair and preventative maintenance of electrical and electronically controlled traffic signal control equipment, traffic video and detection equipment; operates a bucket truck, and supervises assigned assistants; does related work as required.
Supervision Received: Under the general supervision of the Traffic Signal Supervisor
Supervision Exercised: None EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Performs related duties as required.
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Installs, repairs, replaces and performs preventive maintenance all components of traffic signal systems including span poles, mast arms, span wires, guy wires, assemble traffic signal heads; wire signal heads; wire detectors; install conduit, cable closures, and maintain records of repairs and timing changes.
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Install controller cabinets and wire all the components in the cabinet including controller timers, conflict monitors, detector amplifiers, video and wireless detection cables, communication modems, interconnect cable termination panels.
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Troubleshoots in the field and restores operation of traffic control devices that have undergone failures due to electrical, electronic or cable failure due to vehicular accidents, vandalism, adverse weather, or construction crews.
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Modifies the timings and operation features of traffic signal controller timers in the cabinet.
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Installs wireless and/or video detection equipment.
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Verify and troubleshoot the connectivity of the existing twisted pair copper interconnect cable.
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Operates a variety of circuit testing and related tools and equipment to perform electrical repairs.
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Interpret intersection and traffic signal plans and drawings.
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Locates and marks the underground traffic signal infrastructure for contractors and utility companies using electronic conduit locator.
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Reviews and inspects the work of contractors and utility companies.
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Maintains inventory of materials, tools, and equipment used.
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Responds to reported equipment malfunctions, complaints, and emergencies as needed.
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Interprets work using electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and underground street intersection prints.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited high school and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the repair and installation of electronic equipment or any equivalent combination of education, training and experiences as described above.
NOTE: Post-high school education in the electronic, electrical and/or electro-mechanical fields may substitute for work experience on a yearly basis up to a maximum of two (2) years, of which one (1) year must have been in the traffic signal repair or installation field.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At time of appointment, must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Within six (6) months of appointment, possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Obtain and maintain IMSA Level 1 Signal Certification within one (1) year of appointment. Obtain and maintain IMSA Level 2 Signal Certification within two (2) years of appointment.
