Traffic Signal Technician

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Traffic Signal Technician

Salary

$55,475.68 - $58,393.92 Annually

Location

Toledo, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2024-00624

Department

Transportation

Division

Traffic Management

Opening Date

09/05/2024

Closing Date

9/18/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs skilled work of moderate difficulty in assembling, installing and maintaining, electric, electronic, computer-controlled and radio-controlled traffic control systems and equipment, in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead cable systems, and in the installation and maintenance of Fiber Optic cable systems; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assembles, installs, tests, adjusts, repairs, maintains, relocates and removes traffic control equipment (including, electric, electronic and computer-controlled and radio-controlled systems), and other communication equipment; designs, redesigns, modernizes, builds, adds and rebuilds basic electrical and electronic circuitry for traffic control and communication systems;

• Tests circuits, solid state components and other components, using various testing devices, and isolates defects and corrects or replaces them;

• Adjusts traffic signal and communication devices and equipment for the most efficient operation;

• Recommends changes to proposed construction plans based upon existing conditions pending approval of supervisor;

• Performs in-the-field preventive maintenance, major repairs and tests, installs and removes foundations, manholes, pull boxes, conduit, electrical cables, fiber optic cables, messenger cables, poles, guy wires, guy anchors, pedestals, pole bases, cross arms, fuse boxes, breaker boxes, pedestrian and vehicular signal heads, traffic signal controllers, wires and other live components, pulls and splices cable, builds forms and wire cages for concrete and mixing/finishing concrete, digs holes and trenches with equipment or by hand with shovel;

• Works from prints, drawings and layouts; works in manholes and pull boxes, from bucket and/or platform trucks, and on poles; trims trees to clear overhead wires and provide signal visibility;

• Landscapes work area to original condition;

• Pumps and clears manholes; cuts, threads, bends, connects and lays conduit/pipe;

• Cleans, paints and maintains equipment;

• Operates hydraulic equipment, cable winches, air compressors, augers and air tools;

• Drives trucks and operates truck mounted equipment; assists technicians of higher classification;

• Provides orientation to new employees in specific Traffic Engineering field operations;

• Maintains required records of work performed and materials used and prepares reports of work assigned and completed;

• Installs temporary traffic control devices.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Tools, equipment, materials, methods and procedures used in signal and communications installation, maintenance and repair;

• Wiring diagrams and circuits;

• Occupational hazards and proper safety precautions;

• Traffic control and communication systems and equipment;

• Cables and conduit;

• Traffic control patterns as stated in ODOT and City regulations;

• some knowledge of computer operations.

Skill in:

• Use of tools and equipment pertinent to the trade;

• Trouble-shooting circuitry and related areas;

• Working from prints, drawings, layouts and blueprints;

• Performing work requiring good physical condition and dexterity;

• Working from heights up to 50' and in manholes;

• Analyzing problems and recommending alternatives to supervisor;

• Following oral and written directions;

• Working under varied traffic and weather conditions.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (GED) Tests equivalency

• Two (2) years of combined experience in the maintenance and servicing of Traffic Signals, Railroad signals, Telecommunications and Networking, Electronics/Computer repair (IT technician), Alarm/CCTV, Fiber optics, Electrician or cable/Satellite Television.

• Must be able to visually distinguish colors involved in traffic signal systems.

• Must be able to properly lift objects weighing up to ninety (90) pounds, routinely climb in and out of lift bucket without assistance from another individual, routinely work at heights of 20 feet or more, and be physically qualified to perform the duties of the position at the time of appointment.

• Must obtain a permanent State of Ohio Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restrictions on vehicles having air brakes prior to the completion of 720 work hours during the probationary period.

• Must provide proof of a State of Ohio Class A Commercial Driver's License to the employer. Failure to obtain required license will result in dismissal from employment with the City of Toledo.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will frequently stand, walk, and sit. The position will occasionally require the employee to drive a company owned vehicle. The employee will occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, drag and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasional stooping, kneeling, twisting, and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently indoors, outdoors and traveling to multiple worksites. At times, this position will require extended work hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.

Class Code:Traffic Signal Technician (3921)

The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.

Health Insurance

The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.

Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Group Life Insurance

City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan

The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.

OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.

For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/

Deferred Compensation & 401(K)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.

Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.

For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp

401(k)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).

Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.

Roth 401(k)

The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.

Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.

01

Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?

• Yes

• No

  02

  If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.

  03

  Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

  04

  What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Some College

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• None of the above

  05

  Do you have experience in the maintenance and servicing of any of the following:

• Traffic Signals

• Railroad signals

• Telecommunications and Networking

• Electronics/Computer repair (IT Technician)

• Alarm/CCTV

• Fiber optics

• Cable/Satellite Television

• Electrician

• None of the Above

  06

  How many years of experience do you have in the maintenance and servicing of Traffic Signals, Railroad signals, Telecommunications and Networking, Electronics/Computer repair (IT technician), Alarm/CCTV, Fiber optics, Electrician or cable/Satellite Television?

• Three (3) or more years of experience

• Two (2) years but less than Three (3) years of experience

• One (1) year but less than Two (2) years of experience

• Less than One (1) year of experience

• No experience

  07

  Describe the experience you have in the maintenance and servicing of Traffic Signals, Railroad signals, Telecommunications and Networking, Electronics/Computer repair (IT Technician), Alarm/CCTV, Fiber optics, Electrician or cable/Satellite Television.

  08

  Are you able to visually distinguish colors involved in traffic signal systems?

• Yes

• No

  09

  This position will require the ability to properly lift objects weighing up to ninety (90) pounds, routinely climb in and out of lift bucket without assistance from another individual, routinely work at heights of 20 feet or more, and be physically qualified to perform the duties of the position at the time of appointment. Do you understand the physical requirements of the position?

• Yes

• No

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Agency

City of Toledo

Address

One Government Center Ste 1920

Toledo, Ohio, 43604

Phone

419-245-1500

Website

http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/

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