Traffic Signal Electronics Technician 1

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

G22

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $49,504.00-$77,147.20
Starting Salary - Minimum of the Pay Range

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

About Us:

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach is looking for a dedicated Traffic Signal Electronics Technician I to join our team in the Signal Maintenance Shop to ensure the smooth operation of our traffic control systems. As Traffic Signal Electronics Technician I, you will play a crucial role in troubleshooting and repairing traffic control devices, maintaining data communication equipment, and performing both corrective and preventive maintenance on traffic signal control systems.

Traffic Signal Electronics Technician I responsibilities will include:

• Read and understand schematics, site plans, maps, and engineering drawings.
• Troubleshoot or repair problems regarding traffic control devices, data communication equipment, and cables.
• Must understand the menu-driven platform that most Electronic and Computer devices utilize to navigate within the device.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance on traffic signal control equipment to install new and maintain existing traffic signal installations.
• Under general supervision, constructs new testing equipment and modifies existing test equipment to maintain a state-of-the-art testing infrastructure.
• Under general supervision, installs and tests traffic control equipment in new or modified traffic signal installations to ensure operational accuracy.
• Performs preventive maintenance of existing traffic signal installations to identify defects and ensure the continued proper functioning of signal equipment operations.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance required to maintain the computerized traffic signal system.
• Prepare technical reports and compile a list of necessary materials.
• May be responsible for assisting engineers with incident management and signal system modifications in the Traffic Management Center. 
• Occasionally operate a crash truck for traffic control.
• Occasionally operate a Boom Auger to repair signals.
• Occasionally operate heavy equipment to transport poles and reach high levels.

Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday; 6:30 am–5:00 pm.

***This position requires individuals to be on a rotating weekly on-call/stand-by duty for responding to emergency calls regarding malfunctioning traffic control devices.

The Ideal Candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

• Ability to apply principles and practices of electrical and electronic theory. 
• Ability to understand technical manuals for the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices. 
• Ability to work with electricity; operate and maintain computerized signal and communication equipment. 
• Skill in the use of equipment such as trenchers, concrete saws, hand tools, electrical testing equipment, usage of a digital multimeter, bucket trucks, various support equipment & PPE. 
• Skills in checking voltages (AC & DC), reading resistance, and amperage. Knowledge of changing Ethernet adapter settings, such as IP, masking, and gateway, on electronic devices. Skills in making connections, such as RJ45 connections, coaxial cable, and fiber connections. 

Preferences:
• Electronics/Electrical Job Experience
• Electronics/Electrical Trade Experience
• Related Certifications (VDOT, Work Zone Safety and Traffic Control, etc.)
• Related Construction Experience
• Related ITS Experience (detection, DMS, VSL, Signal Controls, CCTV)
• Job-Related Computer Skills
• Communication Equipment Experience (radio, fiber optic, Ethernet)
• Knowledge & Experience with signal plans, phasing diagrams, shop drawings, and wiring.

NOTE: Selected candidates not already possessing a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) must be able to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License Instruction Permit within six (6) months of employment and then get a full Class A or B CDL license within the first year of employment – the probationary period. Failure to obtain a Class A or B CDL will result in termination.

NOTE: This is an Alpha I position and is required to work in excess of their normally scheduled days/hours during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, and snow), and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis until the position has been filled. Once a candidate has been selected, the position will close.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: No

• CDL: No

• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No

• CPS Check: No

• Physical: Yes

• Respirator: No

• Psychological Screening: No

• Polygraph: No

• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High school or GED plus three years’ experience in the field of corrective and preventive maintenance of traffic signal control equipment and associated with such positions as computer service/repair technician, or digital radar repair technician; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid drivers license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. A valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) may be required.

Skills:

Augers, Bucket Trucks, Coaxial Cabling, Electrical Trades, Traffic Control

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.  Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.