Senior Traffic Signal Electrician

The Senior Traffic Safety Electrician assures public safety through the continual maintenance, rapid repair, and inspection of the County traffic signal system. The position monitors this system for optimum performance through design updates and modifications. Responds to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis. This position reports to the Principal Traffic Safety Electrician.

Essential Functions

• Reports for all emergency traffic signal and safety device calls as required (on 24-hour call).
• Responds to non-emergency calls for the repair and maintenance of traffic signals and safety devices.
• Schedules, assigns, and reviews work.
• Implements modifications to existing signals.
• Communicates section functions and needs to supervisors.
• Administers the policies and procedures established by divisional and departmental managers.
• Prepares detailed reports, cost estimates, cost accounts, and project diaries.
• Reads plans and specifications to carry out responsibilities of the position to ensure compliance with federal, state, and departmental standards.
• Investigates and responds to public/private complaints.
• Operates equipment in a safe and timely manner to ensure the efficient operation of the Division in accordance with the Division policies.
• Utilizes DPW Hansen Infrastructure Management System.
• Attends meetings.
• Acts as a liaison between the Traffic Safety Services Division, property owners, residents and community representatives with regard to areas of concern.
• Recommends road maintenance and or repair projects to the supervisor.
• Attends various training seminars and training courses presented by professional instructors to keep abreast of the new safety and work practices established by OSHA.
• Instructs new employees on the procedures followed for repair and maintenance of traffic signals and traffic control devices.
• Performs skilled and unskilled labor to ensure the efficient operation of the division in accordance with de...