Signal Technician II - SDOT

Traffic Signal Technician

This position installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signal systems and electrical components for roadways throughout the City.

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoots and tests signal controllers, conflict monitors, and related systems to ensure safe and efficient traffic operations.
• Installs new and upgrades existing computerized traffic signal controls, including control cabinets, signal cables, communication cables, span wire, various types of signal heads, and pedestrian signal systems.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and inspections on traffic signals and flashing school beacons to ensure proper operation and public safety.
• Participates in training and cross-training to learn standard operating procedures, safety practices, and new technologies in traffic signal operations.
• Assists in programming and configuring traffic signal controllers with minimal guidance, which requires deeper system knowledge.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues independently related to signal timing, loop detectors, communication failures, wiring problems, and controller malfunctions using testing equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters. Expected to perform preventive maintenance and installations with minimal supervision.
• Operates and maintains electrical equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
• Uses a variety of electronic testing equipment to ensure accurate diagnosis of problems encountered.
• Reads and interprets electrical schematics, signal layout diagrams, and intersection plans to support installation and repair work.
• Maintains accurate records of inspections, repairs, work orders, inventory, and material usage in tracking systems or work logs.
• Requisitions supplies, materials, and components.
• Responds to service calls and emergencies involving traffic signal outages, knockdowns, or malfunctions during and outside of normal work hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an Associate or Technical Degree with three years of journey-level residential, commercial, and industrial electrical experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Information

Knowledge of data conception, form, and spatial aptitude. Knowledge of the practices and procedures of electrical installation, maintenance, and repair. Knowledge of safety guidelines. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in motor coordination and manual dexterity. Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction. Skill in oral and written communication. Minimum Standards Supervisory Controls: Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. Guidelines: Guidelines include NEC guidelines. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application. Complexity: The work consists of related duties connected to installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment. Considerable analytical ability is needed to select, evaluate, and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies, and procedures is required. Difficulties in reaching the appropriate contact person for jobs contribute to the complexity of the position. Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment. Assisting and supporting others or individually providing data or facilitating services for use by others; minor to moderate consequence. Successful performance helps ensure the safe and efficient maintenance of city facilities. Personal Contacts: Regular contact within the department and other departments, outside agencies, and the general public (supplying or seeking information) on specialized matters. Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, and the general public. Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information and resolve problems. and provide services. Physical Demands: The work is typically performed while intermittently standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The work frequently involves climbing ladders, using tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishing between shades of color. This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work Environment: The work is typically performed outdoors, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves. Supervisory and Management Responsibility: None.