Traffic Signal Technician I - City of Indio, CA - Indio, CA

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, learns to provide and provides semi-skilled and skilled technical support to the City’s public works street department in the maintenance and repair of traffic signals; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Traffic Signal Technician I is the entry-level class, which provides a training opportunity for entry level staff to learn on-the-job skills. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This classification is alternatively staffed with Traffic Signal Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class

Duties:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Learns to perform and performs a variety of work involved in the maintenance of traffic signals, including testing equipment in the signal control cabinet; checks heads for damage, alignment, burnouts; checks the pedestrian push button for proper operation.

Troubleshoots in the field to restore operation to traffic signal control devices that have failed due to electrical, electronic equipment or electrical wire/cable problems due to vehicular accidents, vandalism, adverse weather, or construction crews.

Installs and removes traffic signal standards and streetlight poles and related equipment, such as underground conduit and pull boxes, mast arms and luminaries, writing, signal heads, pedestrian signal heads, and backup battery systems.

Performs concrete work as required for installation and repairs of signals and light standards.

Inspect traffic signal and light installation work performs by contractors.

Programs various types of computerized traffic signal controllers.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Receives direct supervision from the Street Supervisor and direction from the Traffic Signal Technician II. Incumbents in this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

OTHER DUTIES:

Provides assistance to other departments, City personnel, and the public; responds to inquiries and provides information regarding traffic signals and lights, or other information.

Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and inspection records and monitor materials and inventory.

Performs repairs and maintenance on air conditioning units and evaporative coolers.

Locates and marks underground lines and equipment at signalized intersections for Underground Service Alerts.

Assists the Street Department in projects as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

(The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)

Traffic Signal Technician I:

Education:

The required qualification is to possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

The required qualification is to possess one year of experience. Must be 18 years of age by time of appointment.

Traffic Signal Technician II:

Experience:

The required qualification is to possess two years of equivalent to that of a Traffic Signal Technician I in the City of Indio.

License/Certificate:

Traffic Signal Technician I:

Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and ability to obtain an IMSA Traffic Signal Level I Certification within one year of employment.

Traffic Signal Technician II:

Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and an IMSA Traffic Signal Level II Certification.

Additional Information:

KNOWLEDGE:

Modern practices, techniques, and materials used in maintenance, construction, and repair of electrical components; operational characteristics of standard construction and maintenance materials, tools, and equipment; traffic control methods and regulations; safety requirements for operation of trucks and other equipment; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; basic principles of mathematics and record keeping; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

ABILITIES:

Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of traffic control devices and light standards; operate a variety of tools and equipment used in maintenance and construction; operate hand and power tools competently and safety; understand and follow verbal and written instructions; deal tactfully with the public; respond to after hours call-outs as assigned; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

SKILLS:

Safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance equipment, tools, and materials.