Traffic Signal Technician

Title: Traffic Signal Technician

State Role Title: Electronic Technician I

Hiring Range: $49,938 to $81,150

Pay Band: 3

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Bartlett AHQ -Traf. Sig Techs

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Hampton Roads District has an exciting opportunity for a Traffic Signal Technician to perform traffic signal maintenance in accordance with all established safety standards, VDOT policies and procedures and operational standards.

Core responsibilities for job & position:
Respond to complaints and reported malfunctions of traffic signal and troubleshoot a wide variety of sophisticated electronic traffic control devices and equipment through the use of frequency meters, volt meters, ohm meters, and soldering tools. Install signal controllers using laptop computer to program timings into controller. Troubleshoot NEMA TS-1 and ATC cabinets using complex wiring schemes and various hand tools and metering devices to make repairs. Use KITS system to check timings and monitor signal systems. Identify intersections for timing and detector problems. Respond to 511 related activities as they are of an urgent, emergency nature requiring immediate response. Monitor and implement changes in traffic signal timings for system and isolated signal operations. Use laptop computer to program controllers and conflict. Monitor system problems and communicate with other system signals.

Maintain a large number of traffic signals through ordinary maintenance, maintenance replacement and preventive maintenance programs. Conduct regularly scheduled checks of major signal components through use of a laptop computer communicating to central through a modem in the cabinet.

Perform periodic preventative maintenance and inspections of electronic devices and related equipment for assigned program areas.

Communicate effectively with the public concerning operations and problems with traffic signals. Communicate with the police department regarding traffic signal work and repairs.

Communicate effectively and provide customer service when dealing with VDOT employees, contractors, responders and members of the general public.

Diagnose and repair electronic devices for assigned program areas.

Required skills for job & position:
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple competing assignments.
• Knowledge of traffic signal maintenance and operations.
• Knowledge of management systems to include timing plans, graphic design and computer use.
• Ability to physically perform hands-on signals and related structures and components and use all required equipment therein.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate records.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and testing equipment to perform maintenance on traffic signals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of a variety of traffic control devices, signal equipment and their operation.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and department rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic signal maintenance and operations.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple competing assignments; keep detailed and accurate records
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of management systems to include timing plans, graphic design and computer use.
• Ability to serve in an on-call capacity and respond to emergency situations within a specified period.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and testing equipment to perform maintenance on traffic signals.
• Ability to physically perform hands-on inspections of signals, components, use required equipment, work at heights, in confined spaces, in proximity of moving traffic and in inclement weather.
• Knowledge of a variety of traffic control devices, signal equipment and their operation.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing.; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Valid Driver's License Required.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and VDOT rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• IMSA Roadway Lighting certification
• A combination of training, experience, or education in Electronics, or related field desired.
• Electrical or signal experience.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level I technician certification.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, pre-employment physical and drug screen, references, and work history will be required prior to employment. Valid Driver's License Required.

All drivers hired without a valid CDL in hand are required to obtain their CDL within 11 months of their hire date. You cannot operate commercial motor vehicles prior to receiving the necessary licensure and medical certification. Effective February 7, 2022, new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations require entry-level drivers (drivers who are seeking to take the skills test in order to obtain a CDL for the first time, upgrade their CDL from a Class B to a Class A, or take the knowledge test to obtain a hazardous materials endorsement for the first time) to complete FMCSA- approved Entry-Level Driving (ELD) Training before the Department of Motor Vehicles can grant the requested CDL or endorsement. The course is comprised of 160 hours, on average, of training. VDOT is willing to assist with your enrollment in and payment for the course upon your acceptance of an ELD Training Tuition tenure and repayment agreement.

Position is designated as essential and, as such, will be required to work outside normal hours, weekends, and holidays during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. Travel may be required.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

DHRM has also published a companion guidance document for the Alternative Hiring Process for persons with disabilities which can be found here.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS).

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications and work history will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application and/or resume lacking job history and relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

Contact Information

Name: David Keesee

Phone: 757-956-3291

Email: David.Keesee@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.