What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician I-III position at City of Boulder, CO?

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Application Deadline:

December 20, 2024

Compensation Details:

Hiring Range

29.87 - 43.35

This is a full-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Benefit Eligibility Group:

BMEA (20 Hours)

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Employee Benefit Eligibility

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Job Description Summary:

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, a Traffic and Lighting Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of traffic signal systems, street lighting, and other traffic control devices. While working with a degree of independence, the technician follows established guidelines, procedures, and safety standards. The role requires a solid understanding of electrical systems, traffic management technology, and safety protocols, with oversight available for more complex or specialized tasks.

The hiring range for these positions are, commensurate with experience:

Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician I - $22.44 - $32.54
Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician II- $24.68 - $35.79
Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician III- $29.87 - $43.35

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Installs, programs, tests, maintains, and repairs traffic signal systems, street lighting systems, underpass lighting systems, signal communications systems, and subsystems, including but not limited to the following:

Overhead or span wire systems.
Underground conduits and wiring systems.
Detection/Actuation systems, to include inductive loops, video detection systems, radar detection systems, and various advanced vehicular detection systems.
Pedestrian APS push button systems.
Opticom type emergency vehicle pre-emption systems.
Various types of signal controllers and associated plug-in modules.
Signal display equipment and mounting hardware.
Wireless communications systems, to include 900 spread spectrum, 2.4MHz, and 5.8MHz systems.
Fiber/Ethernet communication network switches, wireless radios, termination panels, and connections.
Daily review and completion of all Colorado 811 UNCC utility locate requests.
Responds to requests from the CoB CRM system and BPD dispatch notifications.
Various street-lighting control systems.

Coordinates, monitors, and inspects contracted traffic signal construction and maintenance work, including but not limited to the following:

Assists in the development and review of plans and specifications for the installation and upgrade of traffic signals and related traffic control devices.
Interprets detailed construction plans and performs field layout of proposed installations or modifications as detailed on the plans.
Anticipates materials needed to complete projects and obtains and distributes those materials to contractors in a timely manner.
Coordinates with project managers, engineers, surveyors, contractors, and inspectors regarding work in progress.
Identifies problems and makes appropriate field decisions as necessary, to ensure materials are installed and constructed per specifications.
Performs inspections to ensure completion in accordance with plans, specifications, codes, and City design criteria.
Responsible for entering all data associated with signal construction projects and assets into the Beehive asset management database system.
Measures final installation quantities for payment finalization, and confirms data provided for “as-built” documentation and provides all data to signal supervisor.

When designated in the absence of the Lead Signal Technician, acts as primary contact for the signal technician work group to the signal supervisor. This includes prioritizing and assigning daily tasks, setting work schedules, providing work instruction, and inspecting completed work.

Plans, prioritizes, coordinates, and instructs co-worker’s day-to-day work.
Observes co-workers’ performance, gives daily instruction and input as well as provides input to supervisor for performance reviews.
Monitors work in progress to pinpoint problems and to ensure organized and efficient work and a quality work product.
Facilitates good communication with co-workers and the supervisor. This includes communicating direction and policies from supervisor to work group, providing information, and receiving feedback, listening to, and respecting input, encouraging participation of co-workers in conversations, and dealing directly with issues that arise.
Ensures that equipment assigned to work group is maintained, used, and kept in a proper manner.
Performs special projects as assigned by the supervisor.
Assumes responsibility and accountability for performance of signal crew and work produced.

While performing work, responding to requests for service, and providing information/training regarding traffic signals, frequently coordinates, and communicates effectively with external and internal customers, including the following:

Members of the public, including those frustrated or upset due to a problem or change involving traffic signals.

Private contractors affecting or affected by traffic signals or traffic signal construction activity.
Inspectors, both internal and external to the City of Boulder.
Other customers, such as the Fire Department, Boulder Valley School District, and the University of Colorado.

Operates and maintains electronic equipment associated with the traffic signal computer system, including but not limited to the following:

Local intersection and central communication equipment, including wireless and hardwire modes.
Personal computers, signal server, and associated operating system(s).
Test equipment, including multi meters, oscilloscopes, Triplet tester, and various proprietary equipment and software.

Responds to emergency traffic control device problems by investigating traffic signal system malfunctions, replacing faulty parts, and repairing damaged traffic control devices. This requires rotating on 24-hour stand-by duty during non-normal working hours and working effectively at night and in all weather conditions.

Maintains accurate written and computer records of work performed and materials and equipment used, utilizing the Beehive computer database, spreadsheets, and word processing applications.

Keeps abreast of technical advances and emerging products in the constantly evolving traffic signal industry. Makes recommendations to the signal supervisor regarding material and equipment standards and helps develop product specifications for bid purposes.

Installs, maintains, and upgrades underpass, bridge ornamental, streetlights, and other city-owned transportation lighting facilities.

Participates in and provides orientation and instruction to incoming employees. Participates in and provides feedback during interviews and performance evaluations.

Remains generally alert to conditions and events occurring in public rights-of-way indicating anticipated or needed maintenance and repairs.

Other:

Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city.
Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to City property.
Responsible for knowing and complying with all City and department policies; participating in professional trainings and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician I

Ability to effectively use personal computers and application programs.
Ability to maintain accurate written work records.
Ability to operate a variety of long handle, manual, and power tools and equipment.
Ability to plan work activities, to give and receive verbal instructions.
Ability to use a variety of electrical, electronic, and communications test equipment.
Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public in difficult situations.
IMSA Level I Traffic Signal certification, or ability to complete successfully within 12 months of hire date.
ATSSA Work Site Traffic Control Supervisor training or ability to complete successfully within 12 months of hire date.
To assure timely response to signal emergencies when on stand-by, within 3 months of completing probation and for the duration of employment in the position, the successful applicant must reside within a forty-five-minute drive of the Signal Shop at 5050 East Pearl Street.
Valid Colorado Driver's license..