The City of Syracuse is currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Traffic Signal Repair Worker II (2) with the Department of Public Works.

**Equal Opportunity Employer-Women & Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

City of Syracuse residency is required and must be maintained for employment.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This is skilled and semi-skilled work performed in the fabrication, erection, maintenance and repair of electrically operated traffic signal heads, controllers, foundations, conduits, poles and so on. The nature of the work requires considerable strength and agility. Assignments are typically received verbally or through written work orders and are supplemented by plans or diagrams. All work is subject to inspection in progress and upon completion by supervisory personnel. The nature of the work may require employees to work emergency situations at odd hours and to be scheduled for emergency calls during non-working hours. An employee in this class is distinguished from a Traffic Signal Repair Worker I by the former ability to perform more skilled work and the ability to supervise semi-skilled or unskilled workers. When assigned to the City of Syracuse Department of Public Works, employees in this class typically do not perform this function, except in emergency situations where highway safety is in jeopardy. In the city, Traffic Maintenance Workers typically perform traffic sign fabrication, erection and maintenance and line painting. The latter classification typically does not perform traffic signal installation, maintenance and repair. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Two (2) years of work experience, or its part-time equivalent, in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals and their ancillary control devices; or,

B. Two (2) years of work experience, or its part-time equivalent, in the maintenance and repair of commercial electronic equipment; or,

C. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an associate degree in electronic technology or a closely related field.

SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS

Employee must possess a valid non-CDL or CDL with appropriate endorsements as required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the class of vehicle(s) being operated. Eligibility for and continued possession of the license is required for employment.

When required to operate an excavator, possession of Excavator Certification is required in accordance with New York State General Business Law. Certification must be obtained during the probationary period. Training will commence upon appointment. Eligibility for and continued possession of the license is required for employment.

Note: Anyone promoted to this position must undergo a trial period of no less than 30 workdays but not to exceed 90 workdays to ensure that such employee meets the minimum requirement of the position.

The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Department of Personnel at City Hall, Rm 312 at 315-448-8780 or Personnel@syr.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.18 - $22.37 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Multiple locations