Traffic Signal Technician

Title: Traffic Signal Technician

State Role Title: Electronic Technician I

Hiring Range: $46,054 - $74,838

Pay Band:

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Culpeper District Complex

Agency Website: www.virginia.dot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT's Culpeper District is seeking a safety conscious individual to perform traffic signal maintenance in accordance with all established safety standards, VDOT policies, procedures and operational standards

The core responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrates and routinely practices safety behaviors as a condition of employment. Reports all safety accidents, incidents and/or concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.

• Respond to complaints and reported malfunctions of traffic signal and troubleshoot a wide variety of sophisticated electronic traffic control devices and equipment.

• Install signal controllers using laptop computer to program timings into controller.

• Conduct regularly scheduled checks of major signal components through use of a laptop computer communicating to central through a modem in the cabinet.

• Perform periodic preventative maintenance and inspections of electronic devices and related equipment for assigned program areas.

• Communicate effectively with the public concerning operations and problems with traffic signals

• Diagnose and repair electronic devices for assigned program areas.

• Perform rotating 24 hour on call schedule to respond to emergencies as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic signal maintenance and operations.

• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple competing assignments; keep detailed and accurate records

• Valid driver's license.

• Knowledge of management systems to include timing plans, graphic design and computer use.

• Ability to serve in an on-call capacity and respond to emergency situations within a specified period.

• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and testing equipment to perform maintenance on traffic signals.

• Ability to physically perform hands-on inspections of signals, components, use required equipment, work at heights, in confined spaces, in proximity of moving traffic and in inclement weather.

• Knowledge of a variety of traffic control devices, signal equipment and their operation.

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing.; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of applicable federal, state and VDOT rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.

• IMSA Roadway Lighting certification

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Electronics, or related field desired.

• Electrical or signal experience.

• Commercial Driver's License

• IMSA Traffic Signal Level I technician certification.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application or optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application or resume lacking relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications or resumes submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Why Choose VDOT:

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision is also available. Also, the State funds a Short- and Long-Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity, and collaboration of work that values differences. We encourage all those who apply to review our values and ethics. Click here to review http://www.virginiadot.org/about/mission andvalues.asp. If you share these values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.

VDOT is driven by safety, service to the community, and commitment to excellence! If you are driven by innovation and a passion for roadway maintenance, we want you to join our team to keep Virginia moving. As a (insert position), you will use our foundational drivers to play a crucial role in shaping the highways that connect communities and drive progress across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Allen

Phone: 540-642-8401

Email: Alyssa.allen@vdot.virignia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.