Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician

The City of Alameda Public Works Department currently has one vacancy for Traffic Signal Maintenance Technician.

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

• CalPERS Retirement:Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula 8.75% contribution.
• Medical:The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available with a generous City contribution.
• Dental:Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
• Vacation:Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
• Holidays:11 City Holidays
• Floating Holidays:6 days
• Sick Leave:96 hours per year; any unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
• Deferred Compensation: Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.

This is a journey level classification assigned to the traffic signal station maintenance specialty. Incumbents are required to have a thorough knowledge of the maintenance and repair of traffic signal and traffic controlling equipment gained through formal education in electrical or electronic trade school or from considerable and varied experience in working with the installation maintenance and repair of electric and electronic traffic control devices.

The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Essential Duties

1. Maintains and repairs traffic signal systems including wiring conduits signal poles controllers electronic switching equipment and vehicle detection.
2. Makes continuous and detailed field checks to locate trouble or causes of failure; adjusts electronic detectors (i.e. vehicle actuated) and time controllers (i.e. fixed time); replaces signal lamps; checks preemptors and time clocks; cleans signal faces and reflectors; repairs faulty parts (i.e. modules and flashers).
3. Repairs signal pole knock-downs.
4. Installs and maintains electrical and mechanical equipment in City facilities.
5. Troubleshoots electrical problems and failures in City facilities.
6. Operates and maintains electric and electronic measuring devices such as Volt-Ohm meters; operates welding equipment such as Arc and Oxy-Acetylene welders.
   Drives and operates specialized vehicular equipment.
7. Prepares and maintains reports and records such as inventory records damage reports and traffic signal maintenance records.
8. May provide lead direction and training for subordinate employees.

• Work is primarily performed outdoors on City streets with regular exposure to varying weather conditions including heat cold rain wind and humidity.
• Frequent exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards noise dust and fumes during traffic signal maintenance tasks.
• Travel by City vehicle within City limits to City work sites locations and meetings to conduct work.
• Work at heights to access traffic signal equipment lighting conduit or wiring.
• May work alone or in proximity to others depending on task assignments.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed for various tasks.
• Subject to occasional emergency call-outs including evenings weekends and holidays.

• Must possess physical strength and stamina to perform moderate to heavy physical labor for extended periods.
• Standing walking bending stooping crouching climbing ladders kneeling and reaching overhead or below the waist.
• Lifting carrying pushing and pulling tools equipment and materials typically weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier lifting may be required with assistance.
• Seeing to inspect detailed work and read instructions gauges or electronic displays.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers coordination to operate hand and power tools computer equipment and precision instruments.
• Hearing and speaking to hear alarms signals or verbal instructions in a noisy environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces at height and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by courses in electricity and electronics.

Experience: Progressively responsible experience in the skilled maintenance and repair of solid state control systems and equipment

Knowledge
Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory; electrical equipment repair and maintenance; tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment; maintenance and repair techniques for traffic signal and control devices and safe work practices and procedures.

Ability
Ability to troubleshoot and install traffic signal equipment and systems; plan and complete work involving conduit and wiring in accordance with national standards; repair and test electronic equipment; operate heavy equipment and electric and electronic measuring devices; install and operate signalized computer systems; troubleshoot and repair microprocessor based control and communication equipment; diagnose electronic failures to the component level; work in high places; operate specialized vehicular equipment; interpret electrical codes and regulations; read and interpret blue prints maps and drawings; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public; provide lead direction and training to subordinate employees.

Special Requirements
Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.

Other Requirements
Possession of an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Certification for Signal Technician or the ability to obtain within one year of employment.

Possession of a valid Class B State of California Drivers License (or possession of a valid Class C license at the time of employment and the ability to obtain Class B within six months of employment) and a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment. Employees in positions requiring a Class B license are subject to provisions of the Department of Transportations drug and alcohol testing program.

Selection Process:The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation a written exam a performance exam and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for but is not limited to the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidates technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date time and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance.

Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the Citys Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

E-Verify:The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal governments E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).

Veterans Preference Credit:A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military reservist or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veterans preference credit must attach to their application a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the Citys Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:The City of Alameda is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation age veteran status disability status or any other applicable characteristics protected by compliance with local state and federal laws and regulations the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department 1- 2263 Santa Clara Avenue Rm. 290 Alameda 94501. Requests can be made via email phone or in writing via U.S. mail.