Intelligent Transportation System Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to plan and perform difficult and advanced traffic engineering and Intelligent

Transportation Systems (ITS) work. Work is characterized by the requirement for performance of very difficult

and exacting assignments. Work involves the application of professional traffic engineering knowledge and skills

to a variety of engineering functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed

by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

 Configures video detection systems, traffic signal controllers, and emergency vehicle pre-emption in the

traffic signal cabinet.

 Maintains the city’s intelligent transportation system (ITS) communications network. Configures network

equipment such as routers, switches and other Ethernet equipment.

 Installs, troubleshoots, tests, replaces and repairs malfunctioning fiber optic, networking devices, video

devices, and other electronic equipment.

 Assists with ITS construction projects and may coordinate with contractors, city departments, and other

stakeholders.

 Maintains the City’s fiber optic conduit and communication system.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

 Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or

technical nature which may be obtained with a two-year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a

college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be

awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.

 Experience: Minimum five years experience in a related field.

 Certifications and Other Requirements: Ability to obtain IMSA Traffic Signal Level III Field within 1 year.

 Reading: Must be able to utilize a wide variety of reference materials, design data, and professional

literature. Must be able to interpret roadway plan & profile sheets, fiber splicing diagrams, roadway cross

sections, roadway signing & striping plans, and traffic control plans.

 Math: Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction,

multiplication, division, calculate decimals and percentages; perform mathematical operations involving

basic algebraic and geometric principles and formulas.

 Writing: Work requires the ability to write letters, memorandums, and reports.

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 Managerial: Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others but may provide

advice/direction to an employee with less experience/skill or tenure. An example would be a “II” advising

a “I”.

 Policy/Decision Making: Significant - The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to

his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Projects and daily work

are managed with little oversight, however special assignments and significant work products may be

reviewed upon completion. Typical positions in this category are supervisory, highly technical, or lower

level professional jobs.

 Technical Skills: Broad Application - Work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and

systems, which affect the design and implementation of programs, solutions for complex issues, and/or

processes. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities may be necessary to apply technical skills

effectively.

 Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: High - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions

or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may also involve stressful,

negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal

interactions.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Safety is everyone’s responsibility. All employees are expected to work in a safe manner and report unsafe activities and conditions. The following are

the physical, non-physical, health, and safety demands required of the employee based on frequency they will be performed.

Frequency Code Description

 Rarely, less than 1 hour/day

 Occasionally, 33% of the day

 Frequently, 33-67% of the day

 Constantly, more than 67% of the day

 Primary Work Location: Outdoors

 Overall Strength Demands: Heavy

o Rarely: N/A

o Occasionally: Exerting 20-50 pounds

o Frequently: Exerting 10-20 pounds

o Constantly: Exerting up to 10 pounds

 Physical Demands

o Rarely: Lifting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, balancing, crouching, and twisting

o Occasionally: Carrying, reaching, climbing and foot controls

o Frequently: Standing, walking, handling, hearing, and talking

o Constantly: Fine dexterity and vision

 Non-Physical Demands

o Rarely: Emergency situations, tedious or exacting work, noisy and/or distracting environment

o Occasionally: Frequent change of task, irregular schedule, overtime

o Frequently: Time pressure, performing multiple tasks simultaneously

o Constantly: Working closely with others as part of a team

Health and Safety Conditions

 Chemical

o Never: Skin contact, absorption, injection, inhalation or ingestion

o Rarely: N/A

o Occasionally: N/A

o Frequently: N/A

o Constantly: N/A

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 Physical Hazards

o Never: Thermal stress, electrical, noise, fire/explosion, radiation,

o Rarely: Being struck by or struck against

o Occasionally: Slips, trips and falls, caught in/on/between, pinch points

o Frequently: N/A

o Constantly: N/A

 Biological Hazards

o Never: Building related illness, legionnaires disease, blood borne pathogens, plant or insect bites,

water and wastewater, brucellosis and mold

o Rarely: N/A

o Occasionally: N/A

o Frequently: N/A

o Constantly: N/A

 Ergonomic Hazards

o Never: Forceful exertion, contact stress and vibrations

o Rarely: Work area design, awkward posture

o Occasionally: Repetition

o Frequently: N/A

o Constantly: N/A

o Constantly: N/A

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids

 Heavy Equipment: N/A

 Specialty Equipment: Non CDL Bucket Truck

 Tools: Hand Tools, Power Tools, multi-meter, fiber splicer, fiber tester, light meter

 Computer Equipment and Software

o Hardware: Laptop computer, telephone, copier

o Software: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

 Protective Equipment Required

o General: Hard hat, gloves, steel toe footwear, safety vest, safety glasses, safety harness

o Specialty: N/A

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STAFF BEHAVIORS AND EXPECTATIONS

Embrace our core values that reflect who we are and what we do.

 Integrity – Be consistent by aligning actions with words. Be trustworthy by conducting oneself with the

highest degree of honesty. Be transparent by doing the right thing even when no one is looking.

 Empathy – Be respectful by treating others with respect; respect the feelings, experiences, and

perspectives of others. Be kind by showing consideration and taking care to support one another. Be

aware by actively listening; seek to understand, then to be understood, and appreciating diversity and

differences (think about true colors).

 Optimism – Be hopeful by focusing on positive outcomes and believing in possibility rather than idolizing

problems. Be resilient by seeing failure as a path to success and learning from mistakes. Be positive by

having a positive attitude and avoid complaining.

 Innovation – Be resourceful by exploring new ideas that add value or eliminate waste. Be progressive by

thinking and looking ahead. Be curious by testing the value of the process and challenging the status quo.

 Adaptability – Be a champion by accepting and supporting changes. Be purposeful by taking ownership of

your role in change. Be connected by connecting to the big picture.

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 Initiative – Be a leader by taking opportunities to lead regardless of your role. Be proactive by taking

action to address problems and opportunities without being asked. Just do it! Be a problem solver by

removing obstacles so others can succeed; Troubleshoot instead of blame when mistakes happen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office
• Outdoor work

Ability to Relocate:

• Goodyear, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person