Traffic Signal Technician II

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Traffic Signal Technician II

Salary

$31.69 - $53.18 Hourly

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

03699

Department

Municipal Services

Division

Traffic/Special Projects 44/11601

Opening Date

11/04/2024

Closing Date

11/11/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

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Job Description

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.

Essential Functions

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

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

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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

  The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

Year of ServiceAccrual

0 to 5 full years8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years12 hours per month

15 full years and over14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Years of servicePercentage

Less than 2 full years0%

2 to 5 full years10%

5 to 10 full years20%

10 full years or more30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability)50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December.

Year of ServiceBenefit

5 to 10 full years$600 annually

10 to 15 full years$800 annually

15 full years and over$1,100 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.

• An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.

• The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.