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Apply By:09/01/24
Division:Transportation & Engineering Division
Management Level:Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description: Job Description Summary: The
Traffic Signal Technician performs technical work related to the County’s traffic signal system including maintenance, operations, troubleshooting, improvements, and repair of traffic signals, school flashers, flashing beacons, and other traffic control devices.
Schedule : This full-time, standard position operates on our four-day work week ( Tuesday - Friday ; 7:00am - 5:30 pm). This position works predominantly in the field and will experience a variety of outdoor conditions.
Sala ry : Target Hire Range: $24.32 - $30.40 USD Hourly Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.
Benefits: Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more . For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties: - Responds to calls related to operations of traffic signals and traffic control devices. Troubleshoots, adjusts, and repairs equipment to restore proper operations in a timely manner .
- Performs preventative maintenance of traffic signals and traffic control devices which includes inspection, testing, and conflict monitor testing. Completes any corrective action. Creates reports of issues identified , issues corrected, and issues requiring further assessment.
- Installs and configures new or replacement equipment including controllers, signal heads, lamps, pedestrian push buttons, relays, cards, wiring, pull boxes, battery backup systems, video detection, radar detection, thermal detection, loop detectors, communication devices, cabinets, emergency vehicle preemption, data collection equipment, flashing beacons, and other specialized electronic equipment.
- Performs locates of underground facilities for traffic signal wiring and communications lines in accordance with Colorado 811 Procedures Guide.
- Maintains accurate and descriptive records of maintenance and repair activities, logs inventory of all major equipment at traffic signals and traffic control devices and assists with managing equipment inventory.
- Completes inspections of traffic signals and traffic control devices installed by contractors and others.
- Assists with traffic data collection by installing, configuring, and removing field equipment such as cameras, radar devices, and tube counters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. Minimum Qualifications: - Valid Colorado Driver’s License
- IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I certification
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent certificate AND
- 3 years of work-related experience
- OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications: - IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II Certification or ability to obtain within one year of date of hire
Additional Information: - Offer of employment contingent on criminal history, MVR check and education verification.
- Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions:
- County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us
- Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
- Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
Education:GED, High School Diploma
Experience:Work Experience: Minimum three years
Certifications:Driver's License - Driver's License - Any State, IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level II - International Municipal Signal Association
Languages:Category:Maintenance & Trades
