What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Technician I position at City of Fairfax?
Description
This position is required to perform journey-level work installing, repairing, and maintaining all electrical and electronically controlled traffic signal devices. Incumbent works independently, on a team, and as a team leader and must exercise professional judgment in performing assigned duties. Instructions may be oral or written and may be accompanied by sketches and blueprints. Work is supervised by the Traffic Signal Operations Manager and is checked against the performance of equipment installed, repaired, and maintained. Work with computer software and programs related to the I.T.S network. Work installing and splicing fiber optics. The City is known for being innovative and at the forefront of implementing I.T.S., and the candidate should be flexible and willing to take on new challenges.
Examples Of Duties
Leads and oversees sign and signal crew in all assigned jobs and projects; prioritizes and assigns tasks to crew; conducts daily inspections of completed work of contractors and conducts quality control checks.
Coordinates and manages crews for Special Events.
Documents work completed and unfinished; provides daily reports on progress.
Collects daily work assignments for crews and supervises all weekend work for Sign/Signal crew.
Conducts Emergency Standby Duty for one week on a three-week rotation.
Assists the supervisor and coordinates road closures and detours for the Police and Fire Departments and Special Events.
Ensures all job sites are safe in accordance with the current Virginia Work Area Protection Manual and that the Sign /Signal crew and hired contractors exercise safety precautions.
Troubleshoots in the field and restores operation to traffic signal control devices that have undergone electrical, electronic equipment or electrical wire/cable failure.
Installs traffic signals and related equipment.
Interprets work using electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
Test traffic signal control equipment and related devices.
Programs various types of computerized traffic signal controllers.
Performs preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance on traffic signals.
Install lane markings on the roadway using thermoplastic and paint.
Install various types of traffic control signs, both overhead and ground mounted.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
Conducts snow removal for the Street Department as needed.
The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Qualifications
Requires an Associate's Degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in traffic signals and signs or a closely related field.
Requires six years' experience in the field work of traffic signs and signals or closely related experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of electronic and electromechanical components used in traffic control work.
Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions as they pertain to the electrical/electronic trade.
Considerable knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices for working with electrical and electronic equipment.
Considerable knowledge of computer software related to signals, sign fabrication, and office-related software. Must have some knowledge of fiber optics and networking.
Ability to wire in a controller cabinet. Ability to use graphic instructions such as schematics.
Ability to exercise safety precautions and conform to safety rules and regulations. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Ability to supervise and keep a record of work activities.
Must have excellent customer service skills.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Possession of a valid Class A CDL with a good driving record or the ability to obtain within one year of employment.
IMSA Level II certification in Traffic Signal Technician and Traffic Signs and Markings is required within 18 months of employment.
Must be able to obtain VDOT Flagger certification, which requires proficiency in English communication.
Supplemental Information
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; actual work hours vary depending on work demands.
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