Traffic Signal Technician 1 or 2
Location: 22211 US HWY 19 N, BLDG #1, CLEARWATER, FL 33765
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:30 - 5:00 p.m. or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pinellas County Public Works – Transportation Section is hiring a Traffic Signal Technician 1 or 2!
Join our team and play a vital role in keeping our community moving safely and efficiently. In this position, you will support the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex traffic signal systems, arterial street lighting, and related control equipment across the county.
Anticipated Hourly Range: $22.99–$29.89 for Traffic Signal Technician I; $25.12–$32.65 for Traffic Signal Technician II
What Would You Do?
Traffic Signal Technician 1
Assists with installation, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, programming, and fabrication of all traffic signal devices in accordance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), State and County standards.
Supports senior technicians on inspections for new signal construction projects to ensure quality and compliance of products and services.
Completes daily reports on all field activities, dispatched calls, work orders, and service requests utilizing computer work order system.
Learn how to interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering plans, GIS maps, and technical manuals.
Learns to set up work zones for job sites in accordance with MUTCD, State, and County standards.
Identifies, reports, and corrects visibility obstructions that pose traffic hazards.
Maintains stock levels on trucks per the supervisor’s direction and restocks as necessary.
Maintains an inventory of maintenance and operational supplies, tools, equipment, etc., and services them on a routine basis.
Performs pre-work inspections on vehicles and equipment.
Informs supervisor of potential hazards, problem areas, citizen inquires, and all work activities.
Adheres to personnel, safety, and departmental policies and procedures.
May be required to assist the Signs and Markings section in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of signs.
May be required to assist with special events in the areas of traffic control.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Traffic Signal Technician 2
Installs, repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, programs, and fabricates all traffic signal devices in accordance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), State and County standards.
May perform construction inspection duties for new signal construction to ensure quality and compliance of products and services.
Verifies and completes daily reports on all field activities, dispatched calls, work orders, and service requests utilizing computer work order system.
Interprets blueprints, schematics, engineering plans, GIS maps, and technical manuals.
Directs and sets up work zone for job site in accordance with MUTCD, State and County standards.
Identifies, reports, and corrects visibility obstructions that pose traffic hazards.
Maintains stock levels on trucks per the supervisor’s direction and restocks as necessary.
Maintains an inventory of maintenance and operational supplies, tools, equipment, etc., and services them on a routine basis.
Directs, verifies, and performs pre-work inspections on vehicles and equipment.
Informs supervisor of potential hazards, problem areas, citizen inquires, and work activities.
Adheres to personnel, safety, and departmental policies and procedures.
May be required to assist the Signs and Markings section in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of signs.
May be required to assist with special events in the areas of traffic control.
Performs emergency on-call duty as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What Do You Need to Have?
Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License is required, along with the ability to obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire.
Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials as required for the position.
Education and Experience:
Traffic Signal Technician 1
A High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
Possession or ability to obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level I Certification within one (1) year of hire.
One (1) year of work experience performing traffic signal installation, repair, and maintenance; or
An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Traffic Signal Technician 2
A High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
Possession or ability to obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Level II Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Two (2) years of work experience performing traffic signal installation, repair, and maintenance; or
An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Why Choose Pinellas County?
Our benefits rank among the top in the area!
Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!
Want To Learn More?
Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.