Traffic Signal Technologist

Required Education and Experience:

Level 1:

• Associate Degree in electronics or construction technology or a related field.
• 1 year of experience working within the traffic signal industry or related field.
• Alternative combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Such as 3 years of related experience.
• IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Technician certification preferred. Required to receive certification within 2 years of hire.

• It is expected an employee at this level will move up the career ladder to the Level 2.1 position. The maximum amount of time an employee can be in the Level 1 position is 2 years not including time spent in a training assignment. If these requirements are not met it may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
  

  Level 2.1:

• Associate Degree in electronics or construction technology or related field.
• 3 years of technical experience in electronics or construction technology related to traffic signal design operation and maintenance.
• Alternative combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Such as 5 years of related experience.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Bench Technician Level II Certification. Required to receive certification within 6 months of hire.
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of electronics central network signaling and wireless and telecommunication network methodologies.

• Knowledge of highway safety issues and construction practices and procedures.

• Ability to calibrate and configure specialized traffic signal and VMS systems; system analyzers oscilloscopes volt meters soldering irons and other tools used for equipment calibration maintenance and repair.

• Skills in testing diagnosing and resolving technical problems; operating personal computers and specialized software; and safely and effectively operating heavy vehicles and equipment.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

Other Information

The successful candidate must pass a fingerprint background investigation as a condition of employment.

Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment. (if applicable)

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Traffic Signal Technologist. This position is responsible for overseeing coordinating and performing a variety of traffic signal design installation analysis maintenance and repair activities to ensure optimum performance/functionality longevity and safe operations of MDT traffic signal systems. Duties also include planning organizing coordinating and directing MDT signal communication installation expansion and maintenance projects under direct and remote supervision.

This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

For a full job description please contact Tom Skoog at

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: