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City of Longmont

Traffic Signal Technician I/II

City of Longmont, Longmont, Colorado, us, 80502

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Traffic Signal Technician I/II – City of Longmont Department: Public Works & Engineering, Division: Engineering Services

Hiring Range: TST I $29.29 – $32.55 per hour; TST II $32.41 – $36.01 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm with rotating on‑call duties including holidays, after‑hours emergency call‑backs, and occasional weekends or nights.

Regular full‑time with benefits

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending

Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 401(a) Money Purchase Plan

Life & Survivor, Term Life & AD&D, Long‑Term Disability

Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave

Sick, Vacation at start of employment, Holiday pay

EAP, Tuition Assistance

Optional, employee‑elected voluntary benefits are available.

Position Summary Under overall supervision of the Transportation Engineering Administrator, this position maintains proper operation of the city’s traffic signal system and related infrastructure.

Principal Duties

Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on signalized intersections, opticom system, school flashers, and other traffic control devices.

Respond to emergencies and perform repairs related to traffic signals, school flashers, driver feedback signs, and other traffic control devices.

Test, troubleshoot, and repair the Opticom, Conflict Monitor / MMU, BIU, and other components of traffic signal/control systems in the shop.

Test, program, install, and calibrate equipment for traffic signals, school flashers, and other traffic control devices.

Inspect traffic signal equipment at intersections, inventory equipment, create field drawings, and compile records and reports.

Assist Senior Signal Technician with updating specifications and approved materials for installations.

Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.

Inspect contractor work on traffic signals and related devices.

Maintain communication between field equipment and traffic signal software/computers; coordinate repairs.

Establish a safe work zone for maintenance, upgrades, and emergency repair.

Assist in maintaining inventory levels of parts and equipment.

Coordinate with City departments, outside agencies, the public, and contractors.

Demonstrate integrity, fiscal responsibility, and professionalism.

Additional Duties for TST II

Include all duties required of a Traffic Signal Technician I.

Monitor and evaluate operational performance of signal system programs and equipment.

Assist in preparing work cost estimates, annual operating budget and work plans.

Assist in developing standard operating and safety procedures.

Working Environment Work is performed in office, shop, and field environments, construction sites, and on roadways under heavy traffic conditions. Tasks require continuous detailed work, multiple concurrent tasks, working at heights of 10‑35 feet, bending, stooping, walking, standing, sitting, reaching, exposure to electrical energy, intermittent traffic noise, moving vehicles, inclement weather, daylight and nighttime, extreme temperatures, and slippery surfaces. Visual and physical capabilities to use computers, operate vehicles and equipment, and distinguish colors and sounds are required. Cell phone carrying, emergency response after hours, overtime, flexible time, and on‑call schedules may be required.

Qualifications TST I

One or more years of experience in maintenance and repair of traffic signal components and systems, or comparable electrical, communications, or field technologies.

Operational experience with general maintenance and construction materials and equipment.

TST II

At least four years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance, repair, and installation of traffic signal components, systems, testing, and complex troubleshooting.

Special Qualifications

Ability to meet physical requirements necessary to perform the job.

Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Within 6 months of hire, residence within a 45‑minute drive time to Longmont to respond to after‑hours on‑call emergencies.

IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Certification required within 6 months of hire; Level II required for TST II. Level III, Work Zone Traffic Control, and Flagger Certifications desired.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Engineering and Information Technology; Government Administration

EEO Statement The City of Longmont is an equal‑opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promotion, compensation, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.

Application Instructions Submit an online application at longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. Resumes may be submitted via the City application site. Open until filled; the position may close without advance notice. For more information, call (303) 651‑8609.

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