Assistant Traffic Signal Installer

Salary Range: $15.79 - $20.61 Salary Grade: 7 FLSA: Nonexempt

Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Locates underground utilities; and requires careful digging to locate underground utilities.

Performs manual labor; digs ditches; mixes and pours concrete; and pulls cable wiring and runs piping. loads and unloads storage buildings and trucks; and loads traffic signals and unloads poles.

Assists lineman in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices and traffic signal installations; aligns signal heads; erects span wires; installs controller cabinets; sets up safety zone for worksite; completes site preparation for installations; performs activities such as digging, pulling wires, running pipes, wiring lights, pouring concrete, and running span wires; runs fiber optic cables; and utilizes bucket truck.

Assists in obtaining needed supplies for daily assignments and installations; drives to warehouse; gathers supplies and equipment required to complete work assignments; loads and unloads equipment and supplies; and completes required documentation.

Assist in driving and maintaining work site trucks; performs pre-trip vehicle inspection; checks fluid levels and tire pressure; fuels vehicle; and reports problems with vehicle to supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED; one year of experience in traffic signal installation, electrical work, or two years of experience in general construction, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Must obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months of employment