Traffic Technician III

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners•Sebring, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

A skilled position responsible for performing electrical work in the installation and maintenance of traffic signals and controls.

Requirements

Knowledge of methods, practices, techniques and materials of the electrical trade and equipment used in traffic signals
Knowledge of safe operation of bucket truck
Ability to operate other light utility equipment and vehicles
Skill in the use and care of the tools of the electrical trade
Ability to work with precision necessary when dealing with electrical wires and parts
Knowledge of or ability to become familiar with personal computers to maintain electronic time sheets, emails, calendar appts., fundamental spreadsheet workbooks and fundamental word processing
Ability to read and work from plans and schematics
Ability to communicate and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to locate need for and to make emergency repairs
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 25% of the time.
The individual in this position frequently communicates with the public, vendors, and co-workers.
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, climb ladders, scaffolding, etc.
Frequently moves materials and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.
Consistently works in an outdoor environment.
Occasionally works in inclement outdoor weather conditions.
Frequently operates a motor vehicle or heavy equipment for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently.
Three (3) years in electrical work.
Completion of an apprenticeship program in electronics or similar field.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver license and can secure a valid Florida driver license, Class B at the time of employment.
Disaster Essential.

Responsibilities

Works in all phases of traffic signal work, including the operation of a bucket truck to make necessary connections from supply current to signals
Cuts, threads and mounts conduit on poles
Installs and maintains traffic signals, miscellaneous appurtenances such as time switches and directional signals, automatic time switches, ultrasonic vehicle detectors and synchronizers
Maintains all types of signal equipment, analyzing, testing and repairing in the field and shop
Investigates complaints pertaining to defective signals, replaces signal lamps and cleans lenses
Responds to emergency requirements during both duty and off duty hours
Installs and maintains traffic control devices in the field
Uses hand tools, post hole diggers and may performs cement work in the erection of any approved traffic control devices
Assembles other traffic safety warning devices to secure a work or hazard area
Installs and maintains temporary and permanent traffic control devices as per latest versions of Florida Department of Transportation Manuals and Federal Highway Administrations Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Handbook
Directs, flags or otherwise routes traffic through or around work areas when required
This position is subject to emergency call-out normally on a scheduled basis
Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
Follows consistently the Boards policies and procedures.
Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.