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Traffic Signal Technician

County of Riverside
County of Riverside Salary
Riverside, CA Other
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026



A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies throughout Riverside County. The recruitment will remain open until filled. 


The County of Riverside Transportation Department seeks a Traffic Signal Technician to join the Highway Operations Division. 

The incumbent will perform a variety of traffic signal maintenance and electrical work by identifying/troubleshooting, correcting, maintaining and repairing traffic signal systems and highway lighting. This responsibility includes servicing and/or repairing and installing controllers and other components; test and replace lamps, paint and repair signal and lighting hardware, check and repair intersection lighting, perform shop overhaul of controller units and perform a variety of electrical repairs.

Incumbents may assist in the training of subordinates, perform plan check reviews, produce and maintain daily records related to installation and service work performed and may require working with a work crew or independently.

Competitive candidates will have extensive field experience performing traffic signal systems maintenance; hold IMSA Certifications: Traffic Signal Technician or Traffic Signal Field Technician or Traffic Signal Senior Field Technician and/or Electronics in Traffic Signal Technician

This position will be a 4/10 work schedule with occasional overtime on nights and weekends with On Call responsibilities.



Meet the Team! The County of Riverside Transportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA) is the umbrella agency for six county departments which includes the Transportation Department. 

Mission Statement..."To provide the citizens of Riverside County with increasingly more courteous, efficient, and cost-effective services dedicated to improving the quality of life and orderly economic development by the provision and management of a safe, efficient and convenient transportation system, enhancing the mobility of people, goods and services within the integrated Agency activities."

• Check, service, troubleshoot, and repair traffic signal controllers to insure correct timing and operation, make minor adjustments and repairs, or replace controller when necessary. 

• Check and repair intersection and sign lighting, and test and replace traffic signal lamps; paint and repair signal and lighting hardware; pour and finish concrete bases for traffic signals.

• Use computer software to program devices in conjunction with traffic signals. 

• Perform a variety of other electrical repairs and installations; maintain routine daily records and prepare reports as necessary.

Experience 

One year of performing traffic signal systems maintenance. 

License

Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License or obtain within six months from date of hire. 

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 75 pounds and work at heights of at least 45 feet.


Knowledge Of 
The principles of electrical circuitry and electronics as they relate to traffic signal and lighting equipment; the tools, materials, and methods used in installing and maintaining traffic signal equipment; state and other standards governing placement of traffic signals, signs, and street lighting. 
 
Ability To 
Understand traffic lighting installation plans and specifications and inspect construction projects for compliance; use computers and software programs; maintain detailed inventory records and prepare reports; train others in the operation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signal equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work after hours and on weekends on emergency repairs.

DOT Designated Position
For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements.
Application Status

How to confirm your application was received or check on the status of your application, log-in to www.GovernmentJobs.com, click on your name in the upper right corner and click on “Applications & Status”.

Sign Up for Job Alerts

Go to www.RC-HR.com, click on “Careers,” click on “County Job Openings” and click on the “Subscribe to Job Alerts” icon. 

For questions regarding this recruitment:

Contact Richard Griego at (951) 955-5162 or rgriego@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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