What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Technician position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Traffic Signal Technician
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Division
PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN
Requisition Number
2024601
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Alpha Essential; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE05
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$39,736-$52,650; Depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Description
The City of Chesapeake is currently seeking an energetic and dedicated team player to fill an entry-level Traffic Signal Technician I position within our Public Works/Traffic Operations Division. Traffic Operations focuses on 24/7/365 installation, maintenance, operation, and repair of the City’s 204 traffic signals and emergency signals at Fire Stations, emergency vehicle preemption systems, and operation and maintenance of 34 school zone flashers. This position is part of a team consisting of seven (7) Traffic Signal Technicians responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of all city-owned traffic signals. The successful candidate needs to have a high-school diploma or GED; must have industrial electrical experience; can tolerate heights; work in inclement weather conditions; possess a valid driver’s license that is in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards; possess the ability to acquire a CDL license and fall protection certification within one year of hire; an IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) certification is preferred; and possess the ability to learn and understand new technologies in vehicle detection and communication systems as it relates to signal operations;
If you want to be part of a team in keeping Chesapeake’s intersections and citizens safe, then we want to discuss with you your qualifications for this position.
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:
If you want to be part of a team in keeping Chesapeake’s intersections and citizens safe, then we want to discuss with you your qualifications for this position.
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:
- Assist Traffic Signal Technician II’s in the fabrication, erection, installation, repair and operation of the City’s traffic signals, related control devices and other ITS equipment.
- Maintains city owned street lighting and provides responses to underground traffic signal utilities location requests.
- Assists in meeting with various contractors when directed to discuss equipment installation and repairs.
- Maintains record system for assigned area, processes daily paperwork including reports, requisitions and personnel information, and investigates citizen inquiries.
- Stays abreast of new technology and advancement in the traffic signal field and makes recommendations for changes.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in electronics or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license with a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Commercial Driver’s license permit required at time of hire.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Fall Protection certification must be obtained within one year of hire. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician I certification preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license with a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Commercial Driver’s license permit required at time of hire.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Fall Protection certification must be obtained within one year of hire. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician I certification preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/07/2025
Job Close Date
03/07/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
N = Never
Climbing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
City Vehicle, cell phone, traffic signal testing devices, computer, aerial devices, fall protection devices, and technical documents
Protective Equipment Required
Hard hat, steel-toed shoes, safety vest, and fall protection devices
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location
Shop, Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
All – Traffic Signal Technician II can provide supervision over Traffic Signal Technician I
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $39,736 - $52,650
