Traffic Signal Technician

Full job description Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Ross County-Chillicothe
Work Locations : District 9 HQ 650 Eastern Avenue Chillicothe 45601
Organization : Transportation - District 09
Classified Indicator : Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit
Schedule : Full-time
Work Hours : Operational Needs
Compensation : $24.39
Unposting Date : May 22, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill : Transportation
Technical Skills : Electrical Trade
Professional Skills : Critical Thinking, Decision Making
Agency Contact Name : Bonnie Hall
Agency Contact Information : Traffic Signal Technician ********
(240004U5) Job Duties Who We Are:
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation's 5th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency's vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
We Support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: ODOT values its diversity, and is committed to cultivating an inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees - one where differences are respected and celebrated. Our agency continues to build a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives.
ODOT's Mission Statement:
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Position Description: Installs, maintains, fabricates & programs complex traffic signal/Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), highway lighting & miscellaneous electrical devices (e.g., controller unit, conflict monitor, detection & communication systems); utilizes computer &/or mobile devices & related traffic signal software for traffic signal operation & maintenance in accordance with relative Ohio Revised Code (ORC) sections, Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (OMUTCD) manual & Traffic Engineering Manual (TEM) to ensure public safety (e.g., motorists, pedestrians, cyclists); operates state vehicle to travel to worksites to complete work; wires &/or directs wiring of control cabinets; programs controllers & monitor cards; determines type, size & quantity of cable & materials needed for completion of work assignment; conducts annual inspections & monitor testing; troubleshoots & makes necessary adjustments &/or repairs to components of traffic signals, flashing beacons, Road Weather Information System (RWIS) hardware & electrical connections, highway lighting up to 480 volt systems (e.g., transformers, fuses, ballasts, luminaries), tunnel fire alarm & notification systems, devices & components using alternating current (AC), direct current (DC), & solar power & other electrical devices (e.g., preemption features, radar/video detection, radio/cellular communications, control centers) by utilizing diagnostic test equipment to determine scope of repair &/or initiates & maintains contact with Ohio Utilities Protection Services (OUPS) to determine location of existing utilities prior to installation of cabling or poles; reviews OUPS tickets & determines validity through computer software & communication with contractors/excavators; tracks & responds to all Ohio Utilities Protection Services (OUPS) tickets; responsible for face-to-face contact with public, school officials, etc. during repairs &/or maintenance &/or act as lead worker (i.e., provides work direction & training) over lower-level Traffic Technician(s) &/or other employees assigned to work crew in maintenance, rebuilding, repair & installation of traffic signals, highway lighting & related electrical items; explains/enforces policies & procedures as needed; has authority to stop work when policies & procedures are not being followed; contacts equipment manufacturers &/or suppliers to discuss hardware &/or software problems arising in equipment testing or cabinet wiring.


Operates computer &/or mobile devices to enter, maintain & retrieve data (e.g., charges items out by code; keeps track of vehicle miles; completes inspection reports on traffic control devices, traffic signal timing sheets & conflict monitor logs; completes daily maintenance records; maintains material inventories; places orders & makes necessary purchases when directed). Operates heavy motorized equipment, traffic signal & highway lighting repair equipment & other miscellaneous tools; performs minor repairs & maintenance on equipment & tools; reports defective equipment problems & completion of projects to supervisor; references & reviews user guides &/or manuals for instructional or troubleshooting purposes; performs other duties as assigned (e.g., hauls materials & equipment, trims small branches/limbs/brush to protect electrical equipment or improve visibility, organizes & maintains inventory, assists with sign erection, detour & pavement marking).


Operates computer & related software (e.g., traffic signal software) &/or mobile device & performs periodic inspections of traffic signals under construction to ensure work is in compliance with work plans, specifications & standards; conducts final inspections of new traffic signals installed by contractors; develops &/or creates punch list of items to be addressed after inspection. Coordinates with other District personnel regarding assigned projects & use of traffic control equipment & personnel; performs duties of lower-level Traffic Technician(s).
What's in it for you: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan. Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service. Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information. Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information. Additional Benefits
The opportunity to work on an important mission Employee Tuition reimbursement programs Pay increases pursuant to the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Careers.Ohio.Gov Website Portal, send an email to .
Qualifications
36 mos. trg. &/or exp. in troubleshooting/maintaining &/or repairing electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver's license without air brake restriction required. 24 mos. exp. as a Traffic Signal Technician 1; valid Class B commercial driver's license without air brake restriction required.



Or associate core in electrical engineering or engineering & transportation technology; 18 mos. exp. troubleshooting/maintaining &/or repairing of electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver's license without air brake restriction required. Or undergraduate core in electrical engineering or engineering & transportation technology; 12 mos. exp. troubleshooting/ maintaining &/or repairing of electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver's license without air brake restriction required. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Job Skills: Transportation Technical Skills: Electrical Trade
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Decision Making
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Knowledge of: Fractions, decimals, multiplication & division; electrical tools & equipment; state & national electrical code, methods, theories, and principles of electricity & electrical systems; safety practices procedures; traffic control.


Skill in: Operation of equipment, mobile devices &/or computer, diagnostic test equipment.


Ability to: Install, maintain, program, & repair electrical equipment; interpret traffic signal & highway lighting plans & understand technical instructions; cooperate with co-workers on group projects &/or work alone on some tasks; maintain accurate records; interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, or picture form; lift &/or transport at least 100 pounds.
(*)Developed after employment
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION Background Check Information
The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.