Traffic Signal Electrician II

Print  Traffic Signal Electrician II Salary $48,609.60 - $80,225.60 Annually Location Titusville, FL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26-1009 Department Public Works - 1501 Division Traffic Signals & Roadway Lighting- 1505 Opening Date 10/09/2026 Closing Date 10/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit N/A DescriptionBenefitsQuestions Job Summary This is advanced, skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems, electrical systems, traffic controllers, street lighting, building lighting and wiring, and air-conditioning system wiring and repair. The employee serves as the lead electrician on assigned jobs and works in accordance with standard practices of the electrical trade, applicable electrical codes, approved plans, and safety requirements. The incumbent has considerable latitude in determining work methods and procedures; coordinates daily field activities; assigns and explains work to electricians, technicians, helpers, contractors, or other crew members; monitors work quality and safe practices; and provides technical guidance and on-the-job training. This position is a working lead and does not have managerial or formal supervisory authority including responsibility for hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, or approval of leave. Assignments may be oral or written and may include sketches, blueprints, electrical diagrams, schedules, and work orders. Work is assigned by a foreman or other technical superior and is reviewed through inspections, adherence to schedules and standards, and the satisfactory performance of equipment installed, repaired, or maintained. The incumbent is furnished a City maintenance vehicle to take home to facilitate response to emergency calls during off-duty hours, subject to applicable City policy, including any limitations based on the distance between the employee's residence and the City. Authorization to take the vehicle home may be modified or rescinded at any time. Essential Job Functions (illustrative Only) Serves as the lead electrician on assigned traffic signal, street-lighting, and related electrical jobs; coordinates daily field activities and communicates work priorities, plans, and site conditions to the crew. Reviews work orders, plans, specifications, blueprints, electrical diagrams, utility information, and field conditions; determines jobsite work sequences, materials, tools, equipment, and traffic-control needs within established procedures.Assigns and explains tasks to electricians, technicians, helpers, contractors, or other crew members; provides technical direction and on-the-job training; monitors work for quality, productivity, code compliance, and safe work practices; and reports progress or concerns to the foreman or other technical superior. Leads jobsite safety briefings and helps ensure proper work-zone traffic control, lockout/tagout, grounding, personal protective equipment, and other required safety measures are in place. Installs, programs, tests, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs traffic signal controllers, cabinets, signal heads, detection equipment, communications equipment, wiring, conduit, and related components. Diagnoses complex or recurring malfunctions and coordinates the restoration of traffic signal and street-lighting service, including during emergency call-outs.Maintains and repairs street-lighting systems. Repairs electrical motors, switchboard panels, lights, flasher units, time clocks, relays, switches, control boxes, and fuse boxes; locates and corrects power failures and motor trouble on electrically operated machinery and apparatus. Works with refrigeration equipment; repairs, reconditions, modifies, replaces, and installs equipment used to refrigerate air and water. Documents completed work, materials used, equipment condition, test results, and field changes; promptly communicates operational, safety, and scheduling issues to the appropriate supervisor. May coordinate jobsite activities with inspectors, utilities, contractors, other City departments, and the public as directed.Subject to emergency calls 24 hours a day. Performs related work as required. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS: Thorough knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity and their application to traffic signal and related electrical systems.Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, work-zone safety, and safety precautions of the electrical trade, including work with high voltage.Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, traffic signal standards, plans, specifications, and inspection requirements.Ability to install, program, test, alter, repair, maintain, and locate defects in a variety of traffic signal and electrical equipment and systems.Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and electrical diagrams.Ability to organize and coordinate jobsite activities; assign and explain work; provide technical direction and training; and promote quality, productivity, and safe work practices without exercising formal supervisory or managerial authority.Skill in diagnosing complex electrical and traffic signal problems and in the care and use of standard tools, equipment, and testing devices of the electrical trade. Education & Experience High school graduation or an equivalent diploma plus advanced technical training in electrical systems is required. Four years of progressively responsible experience performing electrical system maintenance and installation, including experience with traffic signal systems, is required. Experience serving as a crew lead or providing technical direction on electrical jobs is preferred. Ability to obtain Traffic Signal Technician IMSA Level I and Level II and Temporary Traffic Control certifications within 24 months of the date of employment, depending on course availability. Must possess a current IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Cert. & current IMSA approved Advanced MOT/TTC Certification Special Requirements Possession of a valid Commercial Class "B”, driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Subject to emergency call-out during off-duty hours and on weekends as required. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current Drugs and Alcohol policy. During occasions of local emergencies this position may be required to report to perform emergency tasks, which may result in extended work hours as well as extended periods of time away from family members. The Incident Commander and the employee’s department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Required Requires lift up to 50 pounds with assistance, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to perform manual labor work inside buildings and outside, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Additional physical abilities required: Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken English word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely. Ability to communicate verbally both in person and over the phone. Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.Visual Acuity: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles, include close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Including ability to walk in uneven terrain and work in unimproved areas under construction during utility installations and maintenance tasks on a daily basis.Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand. Must be able to use hand and power tools required for performance of assigned duties.Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The City of Titusville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act, the City of Titusville will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. E.O.E. The City of Titusville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Acknowledged And Accepted _____________________________________________________________ Name & Date Complete Benefits Package for Full-Time General Employees Health, Dental, Vision Coverage Active 1st of the month after completions of 2 full months of service. Retirement Savings 401A ( up to 4% match of base pay with City contribution)457B Retirement City employees become enrolled in the Pension Plan from the first day of employment Life Insurance 2x base salary, rounded to next $1,000 city paid (additional optional life insurance plan available) Holidays 9 days per year2 floating holidays per year (after 6 month probationary period has been completed) Vacation Leave 80 hours/year, increases 88 hours/ year after second year and then in two year increments. Vacation leave credit may be accumilated to a maximum of 120 hours in addition to that authorized in an anniversary year. Sick Leave 8 hours allowance accumulated for each month of service completed. Bereavement Leave Vacation Buyback Program Sick Leave Donation Program Incentive Pay Family Friendly Flexible hours and schedules to accommodate employee and City needs Employee Recognition Annual performance feedbackEmployee of the Month recognitionCity Employee of the Year recognitionAnnual Employee recognition event Well Being Annual Health Access ProgramComprehensive Wellness ProgramEmployee Health & Wellness Facility (shared with Brevard County)Membership discount (Parrish)Community Programs/Classes (Parrish partnership)Wellness Portal (Aetna)Wellness Education (Lunch & Learn)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Health Clinic (for enrolled employees and dependents)Discounts through Tickets at Work Tuition Reimbursement Employees may be reimbursed for approved tuition requests for grade received: A=100% B= 75% C= 50% Reimbursement does not include books, student activity fees, etc. Full-time employment with the City of Titusville qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness once you meet all requirements. Please check website for details. 01 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent and advanced technical training in electrical systems? YesNo 02 How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have performing electrical system maintenance and installation, including traffic signal systems? Less than 2 years2 to less than 4 years4 to less than 6 years6 or more years 03 Do you currently possess a valid IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Certification? YesNo 04 Do you currently possess a valid IMSA-approved Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Certification? YesNo 05 If you do not currently possess all required certifications, are you able to obtain the required certifications within the specified timeframe, subject to course availability? 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