Traffic Signal Technician

Description

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the positions of Traffic Signal Technician and Traffic signal Technician Trainee. Based on the group of applications received, the hiring department may choose to fill the vacancy at either level. For more information about this recruitment, please refer to the job announcement .

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled tasks involving maintenance, repair, modification, inspection and testing of traffic signals, controllers, and street lighting systems; and performs other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This journey-level classification in the Traffic Signal Technician series is distinguished from the other maintenance classifications in the division by the specialized duties and knowledge required of the position. It is further distinguished from the Traffic Signal Trainee classification which is the entry-level trainee position designed to provide on-the-job training and requires a lesser degree of specialized knowledge and duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision is provided by the Public Works Supervisor. Work assignments and supervision may also be provided by the division manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May provide lead direction to regular and temporary employees.

Examples of Important and Essential Functions

Maintenance Functions
Assigns and monitors the work of assigned staff, including contractors; troubleshoots and evaluates maintenance and repair needs; performs electrical maintenance and repairs on traffic signal, street lighting, airport lighting, and battery back-up systems and equipment; troubleshoots, repairs and installs traffic signal network communication devices, video detection systems, and closed circuit television cameras; performs electrical system wiring and installations; replaces lights, ballasts, circuits, and fixtures; works on and replaces poles; services generating units, switches, circuit breakers and other electrical fixtures; works on traffic signals, controllers, solid state components, switching equipment, vehicle detectors, preempt devices, time clocks, wiring, conduits, mechanical components and similar equipment; performs functional tests on systems and components; disassembles and assembles equipment; replaces bulbs and cleans lenses; lubricates and adjusts moving parts; modifies detector loops and changes and repairs traffic signal heads; locates underground utilities; responds to emergencies or reported malfunctions, such as pole knockdowns or traffic signal timing problems; consults with factory representatives and traffic engineering staff to identify and resolve technical problems; surveys all major streets at night to document lighting problems; surveys major streets for lighting problems; and provides assistance at special events.

Administrative Functions
Provides on-the-job training to other staff in the performance of tasks; works with contractors and oversees and coordinates projects and tasks; monitors projects and keeps supervisor informed of progress; prepares and maintains written and computerized records, reports and spreadsheets related to street lighting or traffic signal maintenance and repair activities; orders and maintains inventory of required materials; and uses phone and e-mail to communicate with City staff as well as citizens.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated Knowledge of :
Maintenance and repair techniques for electronic and electrical components and circuitry; problem-solving and troubleshooting to resolve complex electrical, electronic, and traffic signal computer networking problems; safe operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, light equipment, heavy motorized equipment, welders and torches; effective training techniques; appropriate safety precautions; and computerized data entry techniques.

Demonstrated Skill to :
Perform semi-skilled maintenance, repair, modification, inspection and testing of traffic signals, network components, controllers, street lighting, airport lighting and battery back-up systems and equipment; safely operate trucks and other motorized equipment; understand and follow oral and written directions and interpret rough diagrams; safely use hand and power tools; perform heavy physical labor; prepare neat and accurate work and inventory records and write reports; make quick decisions in an emergency; establish and maintain an organized work area; operate a computer and City standard software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude with those contacted in the course of work.

Ability to :
Learn and apply the City's policies, practices, and protocols; work independently to evaluate situations, identify problems, and arrive at logical decisions; and take the initiative to keep work progressing to completion within prescribed time limits.

Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines :
Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience : Three years of recent and progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and operation of traffic signals, controllers, street lighting, building/electrical maintenance or a related field. Familiarity with ethernet communications and underground lighting systems is desirable.

Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. Coursework in electronics, electrical circuitry and/or mechanics is desirable.

Training : Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

Certification : Possession of a Level I Traffic Signal Technician Certification from an accredited trade association such as International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) is required at time of appointment. Possession of the Level II Traffic Signal Technician Certification is required prior to the completion of the probationary period.

License : Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime; be available on call as required; wear a uniform and appropriate safety equipment; work outdoors in all weather conditions and at night; work at heights of 30-40 feet, in confined and awkward spaces, and in heavy traffic; work special events, as required; and attend meetings, training workshops and seminars during work and non-work hours, as required.

Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to drive a vehicle; read fine print and interpret labels, manuals, maps, and diagrams with no color deficiencies to work with color-coded wires; converse on the telephone, 2-way radio and in person often over the noise of machinery and traffic; detect and recognize various noises in machinery; safely use equipment and tools necessary for the position; crawl, bend, stoop, reach, and climb; safely lift a 22 foot pole weighing 100+ pounds, as necessary; and strength to safely lift and maneuver a variety of equipment, supplies, and parts weighing up to 100 pounds.

Additional Information

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

CITY OF LIVERMORE
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Association of Livermore Employees

Please click here for a copy of the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Association of Livermore Employees. The information contained here is a summary of benefits. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated 1/2025

MOUTERM
10/01/2021 - 09/30/2025

SCHEDULED INCREASES
10/11/2021 2.0% + $725.40/year
10/10/2022 3.5% + $754.56/year
10/09/2023 2.5% + $777.36/year
10/07/2024 2.0% + $796.80/year

CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION)
$1,950/month towards medical, dental, and vision; unused balance paid in cash to employee.

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE & ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D)
FT - $60,000 EE coverage or PT - $30,000 EE coverage, ER paid
$1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid

EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance & supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings).

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
ER paid
60% of base monthly earnings to $5,000/month max. (180 day waiting period)

PERS
New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340.

Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60

• Member Rate = 7% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 34.43% ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62

• Member Rate = 7.5% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 34.43% ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86)EE paid 1.45%ER paid 1.45%

RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account.

VACATION ACCRUAL
Years of Service Accrual Per Year 1 80.6 2-5 120.12 6-10 135.98 11-15 160.94 16-19 180.18 20+ 192.4
Prorated for part-time EE.
Maximum accrual: 340 hours

HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY
Holidays: 12 observed holidays or in lieu day off or if work 2.5 times pay.
Holiday-In-Lieu Pay: EE's assigned receive 7.5% of base salary, paid per pay period

SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL
96.2 hours/year
Pro-rated for part-time EE

SICK LEAVE USAGE:

• FAMILY SICK LEAVE : For immediate Family Illness - ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual.
• PARENTAL LEAVE : For non-birthing parent who becomes a parent due to adoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child - 48 hours
• BEREAVEMENT/ FUNERAL LEAVE (non-immediate family) : 3 regularly scheduled workdays of sick leave can be used for aunt or uncle.

FUNERAL LEAVE
3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family.

PERSONAL LEAVE
Full-Time: 16 hours per year
Pro-rated for part-time EE.

PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA
EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regs
Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act

DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b)
ER contributes $75 per pay period, with required matching of $75 by EE

2025 Maximum :
Normal = $23,500
Age 50+ = $7,500
Catchup Limits = $46,000
Voluntary EE Participation

SECTION 125 PLAN
No ER contribution
2025 Maximum
Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year -- *See IRS Pub #503
Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,300/year

• Pre-tax Health Care Premiums
• FSA's for Dependent Care
• Unreimbursed Medical Expenses
• Other options offered by plan administrator

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
$850 per year/ paid in equal amounts per pay period
For Public Safety Dispatchers, Senior Public Safety Dispatchers, Supervising Public Safety Dispatchers, Police Clerks, Senior Police Clerk, Supervising Police Clerk, Animal Control Officers, Police Identification Technician, Supervising Property and Evidence Specialist, Property and Evidence Specialist, Community Service Specialists, Crime & Intelligence Analysts, and Crime Prevention Specialist.

SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCE
Paid annually in July: $200/year for Meter Readers, and employees in Engineering Technician, Neighborhood Preservation Officer, and Building Inspector series who perform field work, and Public Works employees that are required to wear safety shoes or boots.

PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES
Reimbursement of up to $150/year for purchase of safety prescription glasses for EEs working in locations where there is a risk of eye injuries.

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL
EEs regularly assigned to city facilities operating 24/7 - $2.50/hour for all hours worked when assigned to a shift requiring EE work at least 4 hours between 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 a.m.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Public Works EEs: $12.00/day for EE who operates Class A vehicle, min of 50%+ operation/day.

STANDBY PAY
2 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled work day
3 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled days off and fixed City holidays

CALL BACK PAY
3 hours min @ OT rate for FLSA nonexempt. First 3 hours can't be taken as comp time but paid to EE.

WORK IN A HIGHER CLASS
If work min of 3 consecutive workdays, paid @ 5% differential or the minimum of the salary range of the higher classification.

COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAY
If in connection with EE's usual official duties, 3 hrs min @ OT, or 4 hrs min @ OT for those required to appear on normal day off or on graveyard shift.

SUPPORT SERVICES TRAINING OFFICER PAY
$90/pay period for full pay period while assigned.

BILINGUAL PAY
$60/pay period for both written & conversational. Must be certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director, and used on the job.

$35/pay period for conversation level as certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director.

TELEPHONE PAY
20 minutes and for each minute exceeding 20 minutes at OT rate.

CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE
Standard = $40/month (if authorized)
See Administrative Regulation 36 for details.

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSE PAY
$35/pay period with valid CA Commercial Driver's License and valid DOT medical card.

OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF
OT for > 40 hrs/week or > 8 hrs/day in a reg scheduled day or hrs in excess of those normally scheduled & worked/day @ 1 ½ x reg. pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 100 hours must be paid out.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
75% reimbursement for tuition & books
For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max
For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
100% reimbursement for required licenses and certifications

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations.

FLSA WORK PERIOD
168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight. If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week.

For WR Operator series : 168 hour period beginning Sunday at 12:00 midnight,
ending 7 days later on Saturday at 11:59 p.m.

PAY PERIODS
26 pay periods per year

Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for 30-hour and 20-hour employees.

ER = Employer
EE = Employee
FT = Full-Time
PT = Part-Time

Closing Date/Time: 5/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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