City and County of Denver

Traffic Signal Technician III

Greater Denver Area Full time

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience.  Although the full pay range is posted, the target hiring range is $31.33-$39.95 We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

  • A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

  • 457B Retirement Plan

  • 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule

In this position, you can expect to work from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend shifts and on-call availability approximately every 4-5 weeks. The home base for this position will be 5440 Roslyn St., Denver, CO 80216. The evening shift has a 7% shift differential.

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:

  • DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.

  • DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

The DOTI Transportation Operations Team is seeking a determined and hardworking individual to serve as a Traffic Signal Technician III. The Transportation Operations Team is responsible for the operation, maintenance, installation, and emergency repair of traffic control devices. They maintain a fiber optic communication network providing services to the DOTI Information Technology Division and Denver Police Department. They also operate the Transportation Management Center and are responsible for signals, electronics repair, utility locates, sign installation, sign manufacturing, and pavement markings. Our team are stewards of safety in a traffic-controlled work zone. This job environment is working with crew members who are punctual and thrive in a team setting. Commitment and being on time at work is essential.

Specifically, as the Traffic Signal Technician III, you will:

  • Install, construct, maintain, and repair traffic signal systems and devices, which includes wiring, conduit, poles, signal heads, controllers, switches, and vehicle detectors.

  • Inspect, remove, and repair signal control and auxiliary equipment such as traffic signal controllers and cabinets, vehicle and pedestrian head assemblies, and street lighting and circuitry devices and systems.

  • Adjust, repair, replace, and modify electric and mechanical components, controllers, relays, switches, fuses, timers, and other related parts and equipment.

  • Install, maintain, and repair vehicle identification and detection systems

  • Monitor and program traffic signal timing controllers and makes necessary adjustment

  • Investigate complaints and report defective traffic signals and associated equipment

  • Assist with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing traffic signal device malfunctions, and evaluate equipment problems by interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

  • Work on repairs with contractors and other City departments to ensure work is properly completed within standards and codes.

  • Operate vehicles and perform pre-trip inspection to ensure proper functioning, which includes checking fluid levels, observing leaks, monitoring condition of hoses and belts, checking tire pressure, ensuring brake lights and lights work, and perform other related vehicle inspections.

  • Observe all common safety practices associated with tools and equipment, monitoring work environment for safety and hazards, and ensure safety for self and others

  • May log, record, and create daily work reports for management.

What You’ll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

  • IMSA Traffic Signal Level III Certification (preferred, not required).

  • Schedule flexibility, including the ability to work nights, rotating weekend shifts, and on-call availability for emergencies and inclement weather.

  • Strong motivation to learn and willing to take on various tasks to enhance their career and grow with the team.

  • Team-focused work ethic that focuses on punctuality, flexibility, and innovation.

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

  • Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience in traffic signal installation, construction, maintenance, or repair.

  • Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement.

  • Licenses/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. By position, requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements by the end of probation. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
     

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until January 19th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than January 12th at 11:59 PM.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ2610 Traffic Signal Technician III

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$31.33 - $48.56

Target Pay

Agency

Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

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