Traffic Signal Maintenance Worker

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Class Title

Traffic Signal Maintenance Worker

Class Code

3773

Salary

$58,780.80 - $82,700.80 Annually

• Definition

• Benefits

Classification Description Summary

SUMMARY: The Traffic Signal Maintenance Worker assists with and performs a variety of electrical and electronic repairs and maintenance on traffic control units and equipment including traffic controllers, vehicle detectors, and traffic signal control computers; and maintains, repairs, modifies, and installs traffic signals, street lights, electronic systems, and related apparatus.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Traffic Signal Maintenance Worker is an entry level position assisting with basic and routine maintenance and repair work. Work is overseen and reviewed by Traffic Signal Technicians and/or the Traffic Signal Maintenance Supervisor. This is an entry level position in which the incumbent follows established protocols and routines, often serving in an assisting role to gain knowledge and experience. This is distinguished from the Traffic Signal Technician who performs more experienced and skilled routine maintenance and repair.

Supervision Received and Exercised: Work is normally reviewed in progress and upon completion of each assignment to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; autonomy is granted at the task level; work is subject to both general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. This position exercises no supervision, guidance, or oversight to other positions.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assists with Inspecting and verifying signal installations; responds to urgent signal malfunctions.

Installs, maintains, inspects, and repairs traffic signal equipment for proper operation; performs preventive maintenance on assigned systems.

Assists with repairs and replacements of City traffic signals, and streetlights by replacing bulbs, photo cells, wiring, fuses, circuit breakers, ballasts, and signal head parts.

Installs and maintains overhead and underground traffic signal communication cabling; performs U.S.A. locations; pulls wires and makes electrical connections required to tie in wiring, signals, vehicle detectors, and control cabinets.

Repairs and installs pedestrian indication fixtures, traffic signal fixtures, optically programmable fixtures, and inductive vehicle loop detectors at intersections.

Repairs, programs, and maintains electrically operated flashing school zone clocks and signs.

Installs and repairs vehicle loops using concrete saw, loop sealant machine, jackhammer and compressor.

Installs and maintains video detection on poles.

Assists in maintaining Battery Backup Systems (BBS) for the City and Washoe County; maintains electrical service cabinets; repairs or replaces electrical service cabinets and wiring; assists with the coordination with NV energy for power outages.

Provides support to various City staff and the general public regarding traffic signal issues and safety concerns; responds to regular and emergency calls for service as appropriate; coordinates with first responders, contractors, and NV energy; works on traffic signal cabinets and makes adjustments to traffic signal controllers, monitors conflicts and vehicle detection.

Directs and controls the flow of traffic during repairs, installation, or modification of traffic signals.

Assists in the reviews, interpretation, and feedback to plans and specifications for various traffic engineering functions; reviews completed work to ensure compliance with established plans; assists City engineers with infrastructure mapping.

Operates a variety of electrical and electronic repair and heavy equipment including a multi-meter, specialized test equipment, bucket truck, and crane truck.

Reviews signal construction plans and prepares comments; maintains accurate and detailed records of traffic signal plans, schematics, and signal timing specifications; updates records as maintenance is performed.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Combinations of education and experience that are equivalent to the following minimum qualifications are acceptable.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Four (4) years of combined work experience within a Maintenance Worker job series

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver’s license

Valid flagger certification

COMPETENCIES: These are reflective of the KSAs an individual would possess at the full-functioning level.

Knowledge of:

Electrical and electronics principles and practices as applied to traffic control devices.

Principles, practices, techniques, tools, and materials used in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical or electronic systems and equipment.

Principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical circuits and wiring systems.

Methods and techniques of troubleshooting and calibrating electric and electronic systems and components.

Precautions and safety practices necessary for working with high voltage.

Electrical theory, electrical wiring, electrical control systems, and national electrical code.

Operational characteristics of computerized traffic control systems.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

Perform a variety of installation, repair, and maintenance duties on electrical equipment and systems.

Diagnose defects and repair electrical traffic control devices and related equipment.

Install and maintain overhead and underground traffic signal communication cabling.

Operate a variety of electrical testing, maintenance, repair, and installation equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Operate hand and power tools competently and safely.

Read, understand, and interpret schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.

Monitor and operate computerized traffic signal controls.

Respond tactfully and respectfully to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Maintain accurate and complete files and records.

Meet the physical requirements to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

Outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; work around traffic; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, electrical energy, radiant energy, high voltage, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work or inspect underground in confined spaces; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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