Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: The Traffic Technician II is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, signs, streetlights, and other traffic control devices including, but not limited to, speed monitoring trailers, flashing lights and signs, street and pedestrian lights, internally lit signs, and other traffic control devices. Traffic Operations Technician I: Under immediate supervision, this is the entry-level in the Traffic Operations Technician series. Incumbents in this class typically have limited work experience. Generally, work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to obtain required certifications for the Technician II class and achieve proficiency required of that class within three years. Traffic Operations Technician II: Under general supervision, this is an intermediate-level class in the Traffic Operations Technician series. The classification is distinguished from the Traffic Operations Technician I class by having three years' responsible work experience in the performance of traffic operations functions. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to be fully proficient in the operation of all equipment within the section, have the required certifications, and perform the full range of work assigned to this class with considerable independence and initiative. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Traffic Technician II is responsible for, but limited to:

• Installs, maintains, inspects, and repairs traffic signals, traffic signal poles, traffic cabinets, and speed monitoring signs and flashers.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains street and pedestrian lights
• Fabricates, installs, and repairs traffic control signs, reflective markers, and barricades
• Fabricates specialty signs
• Installs sign posts
• Responds to and installs devices for incident management
• Hang and take down City banners
• Assistants in planned and unplanned incidents including: flagging traffic, road closures, diversions, and routing and directing traffic
• Maintains appropriate inventory of pre-made signs
• Maintains sign fabricating equipment and materials
• Repairs and maintains lighted street name signs
• Recommends items for purchase and completes accurate daily reports of work performed
• Operates various equipment and power tools including flatbed truck, aerial bucket and platform trucks, air compressor, power washer, spray gun, torch, concrete saw, jack hammers, drills, and hand tools
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public by providing appropriate information
• May lead or assist in a variety of traffic control device repairs, maintenance, and installations

Desired Attributes:

• Strong work ethic that holds own self accountable for high quality and timely work.
• Self-motivated and possesses an internal drive to pursue work.
• Resourceful to identify and use a variety of tools needed for problem solving.
• Adaptable to changing and at times difficult situations.
• Active listener who can understand and translate the needs of diverse customers.

Communication/Working Relationships: Strong written, verbal and visual communication skills are required of this position.  Ability to constructively express ideas and facts in order to interact with all levels of the organization including elected officials and varied customers. Listens to others and facilitates an open exchange of ideas.  Ability to maintain strong working relationships with all internal and external customers. Supervision Received: Works under the guidance and indirect supervision of the Traffic Operations Technician III and direct supervision of the Manager of Operations. Supervision Exercised: None. Independence Of Action: Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and judgment to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation.  Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality and completeness.  Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor. CORE VALUES: The City of Wheat Ridge is committed to excellence and ACTION!:

• Accountability: Employees take responsibility for their actions, decisions, and recommendations and are accountable to each other and the community
• Change: Adapts to changing organizational needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
• Teamwork: Employees value teamwork as a collaborative effort, with each person contributing unique skills, knowledge, and training to achieve common goals.
• Integrity: Employees uphold the highest ethical standards, recognize the importance of public and customer trust and adhere to the values of the organization.
• Opportunity: Employees are empowered to grow professionally, develop best practices, and seek challenges to advance the City.
• NOW!: Employees are proactive, timely, and efficient in responding to the needs of the organization and the community – NOW!

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Hear, talk, sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements
• Near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment
• Lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50-100 pounds or more on a repetitive and daily basis
• Work in high and precarious places (more than 50 feet from the ground)
• Work in indoor and outdoor conditions, including extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, and hazard
• Work in environment which may expose the employee to electrical shock, fumes, dust, and air contaminants
• Climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and work with constant interruptions.

Equipment Used: The ability to properly operate or use the following equipment is necessary for this position: computer and associated software, plotter, sign baker and roller, counter boxes and tubes, powder nail gun, signal testing equipment, locating equipment, electrical hand tools, wire trailer, speed trailer with counter, traffic signal controller tester, front end loader, tandem dump truck with plow, air compressor, jack hammer, utility truck, flatbed with lift, bucket truck, paint machine, line grinder, glue and tape application cart, tamper cart, propane torch, brooms, shovels. Diversity: Is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences. Qualifications: Traffic Operations Technician I:

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Wheat Ridge, the department and division.
• Knowledge of the safe and proper use of equipment, machinery, tools and vehicles.
• Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle.
• Ability to follow instructions given verbally or in writing.
• Ability to follow safety instructions.
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees and the general public.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, personal computer and job-related computer applications including electronic mail, spreadsheets, and central traffic signal software.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment as appropriate.
• Ability to respond to and resolve issues and concerns from the community.
• Ability to research, evaluate and use new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
• Ability to establish priorities to meet deadlines.
• Skill in the operation of a cell phone.

Traffic Operations Technician II: In addition to previous requirements:

• Knowledge of the basic principles of traffic signal, sign and street light installation repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safe and proper work zone setup requirements.
• Knowledge of the hazards of assigned work and the proper safety precautions.
• Knowledge of the proper and effective use of traffic control signs, barrels, barricades, and cones.
• Knowledge of purchasing card requirements and processing.
• Knowledge of the use and purpose of traffic control tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of the city's street network.
• Skill in repairing or replacing electronic traffic control devices.
• Skill in the operation of a cell phone.
• Skill in the safe and proper use of tools and equipment used within the division.
• Ability to apply appropriate judgment when working with electricity in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to program speed monitoring signs and flashing school lights.

Evidence of Qualifications: Training:  High school diploma or GED required; prefer associates degree in electronics, construction management or related field. Experience: Traffic Operations Technician I: One year of general maintenance experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Traffic Operations Technician II: Three years' experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, street lights, and other traffic control devices including, but not limited to, speed monitoring signs, flashing lights and signs, internally lit signs, and other traffic control devices. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record required for all levels. Traffic Operations Technician I: IMSA Signs and Markings I certification and IMSA Work Zone Safety Certification within one year of employment; IMSA Level I Traffic Signal certification within two years of employment; flagger certification required. Traffic Operations Technician II: IMSA Signs and Markings II certification and an IMSA Level II (field) Traffic Signal Certification. Street lighting certification; flagger certification. IMSA Work Zone Safety Certification. Supplemental Information

Possess a current and valid Colorado Class B Driver's License or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days from date of hire. Pre-Employment Requirements: Verification of employment, driving record, and required education and certifications will be completed.  Drug screen and physical required. Computer skills testing may be administered.

Job Description

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Public Works Department is actively seeking one (1) Traffic Signal Repairer. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and one (1) personal leave day as well? In addition, to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments. This is skilled craft work in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal system equipment. The work requires knowledge of the techniques, methods, and practices used to install, maintain and repair traffic and allied signal system equipment. Contacts require courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others. The work is patterned involving similar situations and generally requires only the choice of the correct procedure. The work is performed outdoors where risks and hazards are substantial, but they are known, somewhat predictable and most controllable. Operates power, mechanical, and hand tools and motor vehicles including vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,000 pounds. The physical demands consist of walking, standing, sitting, bending, digging and moving or lifting equipment and tools weighing up to 85 pounds and including the requirement to work from a bucket truck near high voltage wires. May be assigned to work shift hours and respond to emergency calls. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are varied and subject to practices and procedures, but the worker is permitted latitude to set priorities subject to the superior's approval.

Examples of Work

• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signal system equipment.
• Locates, diagnoses and corrects malfunctions in solid state, digital and analog traffic control equipment such as traffic lights, time clocks, traffic signal controllers, load switches, loop detectors, loops, pedestrian push buttons and school zone flashing lights.
• Installs new traffic signal control cabinets using multi-conductor color-coded traffic signal cables.
• Programs controllers, monitors, and associated equipment for use as replacements for defective equipment.
• Inspects work reports to insure completion of work within an assigned geographical area.
• Determines traffic signal coordination between intersections from time-space diagrams.
• Performs necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on traffic signal equipment.
• Checks relays, controller timing, and wiring.
• Inspects traffic signal equipment installed by private contractors for compliance with FDOT and COJ specifications.
• Assists in construction of traffic control devices by signal construction crews.
• Operates lift trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,000 pounds.
• Trains, assigns and reviews the work of assigned personnel.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's Competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the techniques, methods, and practices used in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic and allied signal system equipment.
• Knowledge of the materials, tools, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal system equipment.
• Knowledge of solid-state and digital circuitry and controllers.
• Knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to interpret time-space diagrams for traffic signal coordination.
• Ability to replace or repair signal cable.
• Ability to distinguish colors in wiring and cables.
• Ability to lift, load, unload and transport traffic signal heads weighing up to 85 pounds.
• Ability to replace or repair span wire or signal cable from a lift truck platform.
• Ability to read and apply written job-related materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate power, mechanical, and hand tools.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles including vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,000 pounds.

 

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• A three (3) year of education and/or experience in electricity, electronics or traffic signal installation (maintenance or repair).
• Must be free from color blindness.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:  

• A valid Class E Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class the City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.
• I.M.S.A. Level I Traffic Signal Certification must be successfully completed within twelve (12) months from the date of probationary appointment and Level II certification must be successfully completed within twenty-four (24) months from the date of probationary appointment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  

• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.
• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (Directive 0401).

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