Senior Traffic Signal & Lighting Technician

The Engineering, Traffic and Survey (ETS) Department of Land Use & Transportation is recruiting for the position of Sr. Traffic Signal & Lighting Technician.

The Position
This role is responsible for completing regular maintenance, repairs, and emergency response efforts on the County's traffic signal, street lighting, and intelligent transportation system infrastructure. This role requires knowledge of electrical codes and requirements and experience in the construction and operation of traffic signals, street lighting, and communications systems. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to:  

• completing emergency repairs and non-emergency work assignments
• completing preventative maintenance tasks including documentation of results and record keeping
• completing inspections of contractor's work on traffic signals and electrical systems
• troubleshooting and fixing traffic signal, detection and communication system problems; completing utility locates

Ideal Candidate
The Senior Traffic Signal & Lighting Technician in this role should be familiar with national electrical codes and requirements and Oregon DOT (ODOT) specifications and standards for traffic signal, street lighting, and intelligent transportation systems. They will have experience working with traffic signal cabinets and traffic signal controllers and have extensive knowledge in the construction, operation, and troubleshooting of traffic signal, street lighting, and intelligent transportation systems. The should also have strong organization and communication skills and be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds and represent members of the public, coworkers, and/or vendors.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, follow this link: Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician, Senior

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

•  Possession of a high school diploma or GED; AND Three (3) years of work experience in control systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and/or traffic signal and lighting systems maintenance, repair, and replacement.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy. 
• Possession of a State of Oregon General Journeyman Electrical License or General Journeyman Plant Electrical License.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 Lbs.
• Must be able to drive/work at night and in inclement weather.
• Must be able to work on a ladder and in an aerial bucket truck.