Traffic Signal Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1993, Gerelco Family of Companies has proudly provided services to the Florida market. Our experience has passed through 3 generations, since our start in Connecticut in 1955.

We currently employ over 200 skilled field personnel throughout the state and have one of the most experienced management teams in South Florida. With the principles of our team having over 300 years of combined experience.

Our mission is to provide our customers quality service, from quality people, with dedication, knowledge, and safety.

Gerelco Traffic controls is currently seeking an experienced Traffic Signal Technician.

Essential Functions

• Installation of conduit, wiring, poles, signal heads, controllers, switches, and vehicle detectors, under the direction of a superintendent.
• Installation of fiber optic cables, underground conduit lines, junction boxes, and traffic control devices.
• Remove and repair signal control and auxiliary equipment such as traffic signal controllers and cabinets vehicle and pedestrian head assemblies, and lighting and circuitry devices and systems.
• Adjust, repair, replace, and modify electric, electronic, and mechanical components, controllers,relays, switches, fuses, timers, and other related parts and equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair, vehicle identification and detection systems.
• Coordinate repairs with contractors and government agencies to ensure work is properly completed within standards and codes.
• Assist in the installation of traffic and streetlight cable
• Housekeeping of work area and work vehicles
• Re-stocking of work vehicles or storage areas
• Perform pre and post vehicle and equipment inspections
• Operates and inspects Traffic Division Aerial Tower Trucks as directed.
• Inspects work areas to determine type of work required and materials and equipment to be used.
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate vehicles or heavy equipment required to complete given tasks

Work Environment

This job operates on job sites and remote locations. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, and noise is to be expected.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required Education and Experience

Must have and maintain a clean valid CDL driver’s license. Class A or B

Must have 3 years of prior experience operating equipment such as bucket trucks, loaders, and drill rigs.

Gerelco offers a full benefits package with health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We also offer 401k with a company match and a generous paid time off policy.

Gerelco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Gerelco Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Gerelco does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.