What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Technician II position at City of Boca Raton?
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Performs difficult technical work in the repair, maintenance, and installation of traffic signals, various traffic control devices, Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) components and street lighting;; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:
Tests, installs, repairs, and maintains traffic signal infrastructure components including controllers, amplifiers, vehicle/pedestrian detectors, switches, relays, flashers, conduit, signal wire, support poles, cabinets, signal heads and related equipment on a scheduled or emergency basis;
Oversees bench testing for all traffic signal related equipment;
Maintains inventory of supplies and coordinates repair with vendors;
Performs street light wiring, installation, and maintenance;
Checks coordination of the signal system and makes adjustments as required;
Inspects, cleans, and replaces lenses and frayed wiring; elevates and aligns signal heads; changes burnt out lamps;Makes routine operational checks on traffic signals and prepares reports on activities;
Responds to emergency call and takes necessary action on rotating on-call/standby status.
RELATED TASKS:
Trains staff and acts on behalf of Traffic Signal Supervisor as needed;
Maintains aerial truck; checks fluid levels, tires, etc.; ensures truck is adequately equipped and supplied;
Performs related tasks as required.
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electronic digital/microprocessor based traffic control and alarm equipment; thorough knowledge of the basic principles and theories of electricity and the operation of electronic equipment; thorough knowledge of the safety precautions and occupational hazards related to the electrical trades; ability to follow oral and written instructions and to work from rough sketches or detailed specifications; ability to work outside under inclement weather conditions; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; ability to respond to emergency situations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic components necessary to operate traffic control devices
.
CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
Must obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level II Certification within two (2) years of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
Must reside within 30 minutes from the City's Municipal Services Department located at 2500 NW 1st Avenue, Boca Raton for on-call/standby purposes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to lift, carry and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to wear safety glasses, hard hat/helmet, safety shoes/boots, safety harness, face shield, dust mask, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, heights, electricity, noise, vapors, fumes, poisons, irritants, mist, gases, moving mechanical parts, and heights.
POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:
Performs difficult technical work in the repair, maintenance, and installation of traffic signals, various traffic control devices, Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) components and street lighting;; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:
Tests, installs, repairs, and maintains traffic signal infrastructure components including controllers, amplifiers, vehicle/pedestrian detectors, switches, relays, flashers, conduit, signal wire, support poles, cabinets, signal heads and related equipment on a scheduled or emergency basis;
Oversees bench testing for all traffic signal related equipment;
Maintains inventory of supplies and coordinates repair with vendors;
Performs street light wiring, installation, and maintenance;
Checks coordination of the signal system and makes adjustments as required;
Inspects, cleans, and replaces lenses and frayed wiring; elevates and aligns signal heads; changes burnt out lamps;Makes routine operational checks on traffic signals and prepares reports on activities;
Responds to emergency call and takes necessary action on rotating on-call/standby status.
RELATED TASKS:
Trains staff and acts on behalf of Traffic Signal Supervisor as needed;
Maintains aerial truck; checks fluid levels, tires, etc.; ensures truck is adequately equipped and supplied;
Performs related tasks as required.
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electronic digital/microprocessor based traffic control and alarm equipment; thorough knowledge of the basic principles and theories of electricity and the operation of electronic equipment; thorough knowledge of the safety precautions and occupational hazards related to the electrical trades; ability to follow oral and written instructions and to work from rough sketches or detailed specifications; ability to work outside under inclement weather conditions; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; ability to respond to emergency situations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic components necessary to operate traffic control devices
.
CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
Must obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level II Certification within two (2) years of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
Must reside within 30 minutes from the City's Municipal Services Department located at 2500 NW 1st Avenue, Boca Raton for on-call/standby purposes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to lift, carry and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to wear safety glasses, hard hat/helmet, safety shoes/boots, safety harness, face shield, dust mask, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, heights, electricity, noise, vapors, fumes, poisons, irritants, mist, gases, moving mechanical parts, and heights.
POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:
- Criminal Background Check
- Employment Verification
- Reference Checks
- Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
- Workers' Compensation
- Certification/License Verification
- Physical
- Drug and Alcohol Screen
Salary : $32 - $33
