Traffic Signal Electronic Technician II

This is highly skilled electronics work in the City's Traffic Engineering Division.

An employee in this class installs, services and repairs electrical and electronic devices used to maintain and control the flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Works under the supervision of a division supervisor with considerable independence in completing assignments.  Work assignments are sometimes hazardous and often performed under adverse weather conditions.

Installs, troubleshoots and maintains traffic control devices such as solid state traffic controllers, malfunction management units, conflict monitor units, digital and analog cameras, Ethernet switches, video servers, and fiber optic switches and connectors.  Programs, troubleshoots, and maintains school flasher systems.  Uses tools and equipment such as oscilloscopes, clamp-on ammeters, multi-meters, and various power tools to install, service and repair microprocessor minicomputers and pedestrian and vehicular traffic control equipment.  Uses tools such as an optical time-domain reflectometer and fusion splicer to install, repair and test fiber optic cable.  Uses various electronic devices such as video monitors, tablet and laptop computers to troubleshoot and program various traffic control devices.  Makes precision measurements to diagnose malfunctions.  Reviews various technical manuals, diagrams and schematics.  May modify design circuitry to meet requirements for non-standard intersections.  Operates a bucket truck to perform work at heights up to 40 feet replacing bulbs and terminal strips and performing other electrical and electronic repair.  Performs preventative maintenance checks at signalized intersections including cleaning lenses, reflectors, refractors and signal control cabinets.  Tests push button stations for proper intersection operation. Tests traffic control equipment to identify defects in electronic equipment according to system schematics.  Responds to emergency calls to repair electronic equipment in order to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow.  Maintains log of location, date, malfunction and nature of repair to equipment.   Provides technical guidance to lower level technicians.  Performs related work as required.

Graduation from an accredited high school, trade school, or GED and a minimum of one year of paid experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of modern electronic traffic controls and devices.  Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.

Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, procedures, equipment, materials, hazards and safety precautions involved in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical traffic systems.  Considerable knowledge of the principles of electronics as related to solid state logic circuitry and computer controlled circuitry.

Ability to design circuitry for special controller applications.  Ability to work with time space graphs and set up progression patterns for non-interconnected controllers.  Ability to trace troubles and defects in traffic control systems and to take necessary action to make corrections or repairs.  Ability to read and interpret complex diagrams, plans and specifications.  Sufficient physical stamina to work under adverse weather conditions.  List of essential job functions available upon request.

This is a classified position.  

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience.  A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience.  TEST WEIGHTS:  Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%.  

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.


NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates.  The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience.

RESIDENCY:  Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.  

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

DRIVER’S LICENSE:  An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment.  Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.  

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation.  If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.  

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible.  Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals.  In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs.  Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.

Salary : $51,854 - $62,192