Keep Traffic Moving. Keep Technology Connected. Join Brevard County as an ITS Systems Technician!
ITS Systems Technician
Melbourne, FL | Travels Countywide
$28.81 – $31.69 per hour
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Open Until Filled
Brevard County Public Works is seeking a skilled ITS Systems Technician to support our Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSM&O) program. If you have experience with traffic signals, fiber optics, networking, and intelligent transportation systems, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety and efficiency of our county's transportation network.
What You'll Do:
✔ Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair traffic signal and ITS equipment
✔ Support traffic signal operations and communications infrastructure
✔ Work with fiber optic networks, controllers, cameras, and field devices
✔ Operate bucket trucks and specialized maintenance equipment
✔ Respond to system failures, major traffic incidents, and emergency situations
✔ Perform field-based technical work throughout Brevard County
What We're Looking For:
Two years of college coursework in ITS, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology, or a related field
Four years of progressively responsible experience in ITS infrastructure, traffic signal systems, or related technology
IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Technician Certification (required)
Valid Florida Driver's License
Ability to obtain additional certifications including IMSA Level II, FOA CFOT, and Network+ within required timeframes
Why Join Brevard County?
Competitive salary
Stable government career with excellent benefits
Opportunities for advanced technical training and certifications
Work with cutting-edge transportation technology
Serve your community by improving roadway safety and mobility
This position is subject to 24-hour on-call response and emergency operations during major incidents, storms, and disasters.
Apply today and help power the intelligent transportation systems that keep Brevard County moving forward!
Apply today—your technical expertise can help shape the future of transportation in Brevard County.
EOE
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********************************************************************************************************ITS Systems Technician (23179) Requisition ID 23179 - Posted 06/08/2026
Department: Public Works Department
Organizational Unit: Engineering
Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Open Until Filled.
THIS POSITION IS APPOINTIVE SERVICE/GRANT FUNDED.
$28.81 to $31.69 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Performs skilled technical work in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of traffic signals and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) components. Work is primarily field-based and this position works alongside the traffic signal systems technical field staff in support of the Brevard County Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) program.
REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of college credit [60 semester or 90 quarter hours] with major coursework in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology, or a closely related field four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the repair of ITS infrastructure and traffic signal systems, or a closely related field. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must possess a current International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Traffic Signal Technician certification and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment, a current International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II Traffic Signal Technician certification, and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain within eighteen (18) months of employment, the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification or equivalent industry-recognized certification, and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain within twenty-four (24) months of employment, a Network Plus certification or equivalent industry recognized certification, and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must be able to operate a bucket truck and associated equipment used in ITS equipment maintenance. This position is subject to twenty-four (24) hour on call seven (7) days a week and is also required to work during major traffic incidents, system failures, and/or other emergencies. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
(With or without reasonable accommodations)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS
- The employee must be able to:
- LIFT: 50 lbs. or more
- CARRY: 50 lbs. or more
- PUSH: 50 lbs. or more
- PULL: 50 lbs. or more
- In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
- STAND: 5 – 8 hours
- WALK: 5 – 8 hours
- SIT: 5 – 8 hours
- DRIVE: 5 – 8 hours
- The employee must repetitively perform:
- Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
- The employee must be able to:
- Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
- The employee must have:
- Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
- Other necessary physical activities/traits
- N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
- At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
- Other working conditions:
- N/A
EOE
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Pay: $28.81 - $31.69 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have two (2) years of college credit [60 semester or 90 quarter hours] with major coursework in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology?
Work Location: In person
