Traffic Signal Supervisor

TRAFFIC SIGNAL SUPERVISOR

Public Works Department

 


Pay Grade:
73

Pay Range:
$26.53 to $37.14

New and existing employees start at beginning level of pay range.

FLSA Status:  
Non - Exempt

Deadline to Apply: 
3/1/2020

 

 

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the City Traffic Engineer/Division Manager, this position supervises the Traffic Signal Specialists, directs installation and schedules activities for construction, coordinates with other City departments and outside agencies, schedules and prioritizes preventative maintenance, determines equipment needs, and orders materials and supplies.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs, supervises and reviews electrical and electronic traffic signal installations, including troubleshooting malfunctions and responding to emergency calls (sometimes off duty call outs) involving traffic signals

and roadway lighting. 

Performs construction of traffic signals and inspects the work of contractors to verify that their work meets City of Prescott standards, Federal regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), National Electric Code (NEC), State regulations, Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), or other guidelines.

Performs scheduled periodic maintenance functions, maintains written logs of work performed, and uses a personal computer (PC) for record keeping, diagnostic troubleshooting of signal operations, inventory maintenance, preparation and monitoring of budgets, and report preparation.

Develops signal section policies and short and long term objectives.  Conducts research and analyzes electrical and mechanical data to revise specifications and descriptions used in the Traffic Signal Specification Manual.

Sorts, files and distributes incoming mail, invoices, products, and other materials used in traffic signal section.   

Operates a motor vehicle or piece of equipment including a boom/auger truck, bucket truck, forklift, backhoe, and pickup truck for field repairs, change lamps, maintain signals, and store equipment.

Operates power-driven machinery such as a jackhammer or tamper to dig trenches and backfills.  Uses common hand tools such as: hammer, saw, screwdriver, wrenches, and other hand tools to maintain and repair traffic signal equipment.

Prepares schematics and intersection as-built plans.

Develop working procedures and train technical personnel.

Cleans work area and equipment; works with cleaning fluids and agents, chemicals, and paints using routing protective equipment.

Sets up barricades and traffic cones to route traffic past work area.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:
A high school diploma or the equivalent required. A minimum of three (3) years experience in traffic signal maintenance experience, an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology (or educational equivalent) or any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to five (5) years of traffic signal maintenance experience. A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience is required.

 

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:
Must possess International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level II Certification. With either requirement, experience in maintaining microprocessor-based instruments, TSII Type I and TSI Type II controllers, basic knowledge of PC operations, and optical pre-empt devices, including telemetry equipment, is preferred.  Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).  Must possess current Arizona Commercial Electricians Contractor's License and a valid Arizona Driver's License.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the City's governmental organization, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the installation and maintenance of traffic signal control systems.

Knowledge of public relations/customer service principles, practices and techniques.

Knowledge of basic PC operations.

Knowledge of optical pre-empt devices, including telemetry equipment.

Knowledge of reading blueprints and schematic drawings.

Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in working with electricity.

Knowledge of MUTCD, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA), and NEC standards for signal equipment.

Knowledge of the procedures used in the Blue Stake Utility Locating Program.

Skill in maintaining microprocessor-based instruments and TSII Type I and TSI Type II controllers.

Skill in effectively using various testing instruments such as an amp meter, volt-ohm meter, and utility locators.

Ability to distinguish colors to maintain proper continuity of wires in cabinet and field wires and to differentiate traffic signal lenses.

Ability to detect traffic sounds when working near moving traffic and backup warning devices when working around moving equipment.

Skill in understanding and following oral and written directions and ability to communicate with the general public and other City employees.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

       Ability to work at elevated levels of approximately 40 feet in a bucket truck.

       Ability to distinguish colors to maintain proper continuity of wires in cabinet and field wires and to differentiate traffic signal lenses.

       Ability to detect traffic sounds when working near moving traffic and backup warning devices when working around moving equipment.

       Sufficient strength to move objects weighing 100 pounds or more for distances of up to 150 feet.

       Effectively and safely operate required equipment and vehicles necessary in performance of required duties. 

       Must be able to see clearly, with correction if necessary, during both day and evening hours and in potentially adverse weather conditions and sufficient to effectively and safely operate required vehicles; read street/road signs, maps, and handwritten/typewritten material and perform required duties.

       Sufficient to clearly, concisely and effectively communicate in person and over the telephone and radio.

 

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

 

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

        
Drug screening

        
Motor vehicle records check

        
Criminal background screening

 


 


City of Prescott Contact Information

201 S. Cortez St.

Prescott, AZ 86303

Email: 
hr@prescott-az.gov
   

Website: 
www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: 928-777-1347 / Fax: 928-777-1213

 


Major Benefits For Full-Time Regular Employees:
Paid time off; ten paid holidays; employee and/or family health and life insurance; short term and long term disability; Arizona State Retirement and Social Security contributions; other optional benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance.  PROBATION: Each employee must satisfactorily serve an established probationary period.  NOTE:  When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.