Senior Traffic Signal Technician

About Us

The City of Glendale's Transportation Department works to ensure safe and efficient travel for the people of Glendale.

The Senior 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 will have two years of experience in the maintenance, installation and repair of traffic signal equipment and college level coursework in electricity or construction. IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 upon hire.

This position is a Grade 316 with an annual salary between $57,241 and $85,861.

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 FY25 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information.

• 10.5 holidays per year, plus an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate cultural or religious holidays.
• Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year). It 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).

• Participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Contribution is mandatory, current contribution rate 12%.
• 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 ITS equipment.
• May learn to assist ITS Technicians in operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, replacing and repairing malfunctioning fiber optic, wireless communication device, CCTV cameras, dynamic message signs, electronic and computer equipment.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance at signalized intersections to inspect, repair, replace and test 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 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 ITS work performed by contractors.
• Coordinates with contractors when construction activities impact traffic signals or ITS infrastructure.
• Operates city vehicles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Two years of experience in the maintenance, installation and repair of traffic signal equipment and college level coursework 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.

• 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.

• 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 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.

• Will be required to work after hours on call, traffic signal duty; may be required to work scheduled extended hours during large, spectator events.
• Position is classified as safety-sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and throughout employment; a post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will pay the…