Traffic Signal Technician

Posting Date

10 / 14 / 25

Application Deadline

10 / 28 / 25

Pay Range

$24.50 - $40.25 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Are you looking for a challenging position that will test your technical knowledge? Join us as a Traffic Signal Technician who helps support the Traffic Operations Branch in the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), where you can help support traffic signal operations, to provide safer roadways and minimize traffic congestion. In this role, you will perform various complex technical tasks and support the traffic signal technicians. This position will operate under the Traffic Signal Supervisor.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of experience in traffic signal maintenance and repair

High School diploma or GED

A combination of post-secondary education and / or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Must possess or can obtain a valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) within six months of hire

Must obtain an OSHA-approved Aerial Lift certification within one year of hire

Must obtain a Traffic Signal Level II IMSA certification and Level I Roadway Lighting certification within two years of hire

We Also Value

Experience with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

Experience with Econolite Traffic Signals / Controllers

Experience with KITS traffic management software

Experience with ITERIS traffic software

Experience in Cartegraph (asset management system)

Experience with utility locating equipment

Experience in vehicle detection systems

Job Contributions

Complete preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctioning traffic signal intersections and ITS equipment

Technicians are required to be on-call each month and respond to traffic signal callouts in a timely manner, and perform emergency repairs

Repairs consist of replacing faulty / damaged wiring, signal / ITS equipment, and ensuring the signal is operating at optimal efficiency for the safety of drivers and pedestrians

Review plans and specifications to ensure that traffic signals are built per MCDOT / Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards, and work with contractors to provide technical information and solutions to problems

Follow all safety procedures; use personal protective equipment (PPE) and practices per MCDOT policy

Complete daily documentation of maintenance and trouble call-outs on Cartegraph (operations asset management software)

Respond to daily AZ811 tickets to locate underground traffic signals and ITS fiber optics facilities

Working Conditions

Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly

Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness / humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel

The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions : Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware

Laptop

Electrical meter tester

Aerial lift

Digger Derrick (crane)

Platform Truck

Protective equipment required

Fire-rated uniforms

Hardhat

Gloves

Fall protection

Safety toe boots

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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