Job Description

This is technical work requiring the application of electrical and electronic theory in the installation, maintenance, and repair of signalized traffic control equipment. This includes signalized intersection traffic control controllers, relays, signalized intersection traffic control cabinets, signalized intersection traffic control monitors, vehicle detectors, and other traffic control devices. This work involves using test equipment (multimeter, loop tester), troubleshooting signalized traffic control equipment, routine signalized traffic control equipment maintenance, investigating reports and repairing malfunctions of signalized traffic control equipment. The work includes maintaining the inventory of parts and materials, maintaining records on the service, test, and repair of signalized traffic control equipment and performing other duties as assigned. Salary: $20.86 - $37.48 Hourly Close Date: 05-05-2023 (11:59 PM) **The starting salary and selection into Traffic Signal Technician, at level I, level II, or level III, will depend upon qualifications and experience. The entry level pay for the Traffic Signal Technician II is $24.49 hourly; and Traffic Signal Technician III is $25.66 hourly. To Qualify Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Possess a valid Driver License.

• Obtain the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Temporary Traffic Control Technician certification and the Traffic Signal Technician I certification within twelve months of appointment to the position as a Traffic Signal Technician I.

• Possess the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification as a Temporary Traffic Control Technician and a Traffic Signal Field Technician II at time of appointment to the position as a Traffic Signal Technician II.

• Possess the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification as a Temporary Traffic Control Technician and a Traffic Signal Senior Field Technician III at time of appointment to the position as a Traffic Signal Technician III.

• Have some knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and non-electronic signalized traffic signal control equipment.

• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Be skilled in the use of a personal computer.

• Be able to work various hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Be able to employ proper lifting techniques and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, an applicant must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and non-electronic signalized traffic control equipment.

• Able to read and understand plans, blueprints, schematics and sketches of signalized traffic signal control equipment.

• Have supplemented their education by successful completion of approved technical courses in basic electronics.

Selection Process IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams. How To Apply Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans\xe2\x80\x99 Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.