Sign Tech

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and skilled maintenance and repair tasks related to traffic control signals, electrical and electronic devices, and computer equipment and systems.
• Responds to emergency traffic signal problems and restores operation to traffic signal control devices due to electrical or equipment failure caused by vehicular accidents, vandalism, adverse weather, construction, or other reasons.
• Responds to urgent traffic signal malfunction calls as needed (day or night) and participates in rotating on-call duty when required.
• Performs routine maintenance on traffic signals and related computer and electrical equipment and documents work performed.
• Maintains inventory of parts and equipment for traffic signal maintenance.
• Performs solid state testing and calibration on remote control equipment, electro-mechanical signal controllers, program clocks, and computers.
• Locates and repairs underground and above ground signal wires.
• Assists in making and installing traffic signs.
• Assists in applying pavement marking materials.
• Assists during construction projects in implementing traffic detours.
• Supports the principles and methods used and set forth by departmental practices and systems.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and demonstrates mechanical capabilities.
• Possesses knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Implements knowledge of job-related safety hazards and precautionary methods.
• Works in a dynamic environment that requires adaptation to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
• Maintains an organized working space, projects, and assignments.
• Successfully uses computers and modern office equipment.
• Routinely maintains tactful and professional conversations with others, including in controversial situations.