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Description Salary: This position is a Grade 317 with an annual salary between $60,103-$90,155 About Us and the Role: The City of Glendale's Transportation Department provides quality public transit facilities and services that support and enhance a safe and high quality of life for our residents, while helping to improve and sustain the environment. The Sr. Traffic Signal Technician performs skilled and semi skilled work of moderate difficulty in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal and intelligent transportation systems equipment, the testing of signal cabinets and the locating of signal and communication lines.

The ideal candidate for the role will have two years of experience in the maintenance, installation and repair of traffic signal or equipment and college level course work in electricity or construction. Benefits: The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY26-27 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale's Benefits page for more information.

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave: Regular status position's offer: The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays. Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year), and increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years, and to 7.6 hours after 10 years of service. Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours per year)

Retirement: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12%. Essential Functions Constructs and maintains signalized intersections including installation of underground conduit, pull boxes, traffic signal cabinets, concrete foundations, signal poles, mast arms, luminaries, signal heads, terminal blocks and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) equipment.

May learn to assist ITS Technicians in operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, replacing and repairing malfunctioning fiber optic, wireless communication system devices, closed circuit television cameras, dynamic message signs, electronic and computer equipment. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance at signalized intersections to include inspecting, repairing, replacing and testing signal control equipment and field equipment to ensure proper operation, condition and alignment of equipment. Performs modifications and operational tests in the shop on traffic signal cabinets received for stock or field installation; completes and files completed test forms.

Locates and marks underground traffic signal and fiber communication lines and equipment citywide at signalized intersections for blue stake requests. Repairs or replaces equipment in the field on an emergency basis due to storm or accident damage, faulty equipment, burned out lamps or other electrical or equipment problems. Modernizes or revamps existing intersections by installing new equipment while traffic signals are still in operation.

Operates construction and maintenance equipment such as platform trucks, bucket trucks, concrete saws, underground piercing drills and electrical test meters. Installs overhead signs, banners and lights for other departments. Places barricading and traffic control devices to provide for a safe work environment.

Inspects traffic signal and intelligent transportation systems work performed by contractors. Coordinates with contractors when construction activities impact traffic signals or intelligent transportation systems infrastructure. Operates city vehicles.

Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors Two years of experience in the maintenance, installation and repair of traffic signal or equipment and college level course work in electricity or construction. IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 upon hire.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education. Knowledge of: The methods, materials and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal and/or ITS equipment Electricity and electrical systems common to traffic control devices The hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in working with electricity and in working in and along roadways Ability to: Operate various types of construction and maintenance equipment Perform electrical wiring and traffic signal and ITS systems maintenance Understand and follow oral and written instructions and to work from plans and drawings Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Carry out an effective preventive maintenance program Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees and the public Operate city vehicles Special Requirements Will be required to work after hours on call, traffic signal duty; may be required to work scheduled extended hours during large, spectator events.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required.

The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing. Depending on area of assignment must obtain/maintain: IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level II within one year of hire or IMSA Fiber Optics for ITS Level II within one year of hire. Valid AZ Driver's License.

Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational To view the success factor definitions please click the link below: Success Factors (PDF, 494KB) (If needed, click here to download PDF reader). This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Requires frequent heavy lifting of up to 75 pounds and pulling of cable, working from heights, working near high voltage, working in traffic areas.

Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles.