District - Tifton - Traffic Signals - Traffic Signal Tech Trainee - PG-G - Transportation Tech

Position: District 4 - Tifton - Traffic Signals - Traffic Signal Tech Trainee - PG-G - Transportation Tech 1
Job summary:

under direct supervision, provides entry level technical support in one or more of the following areas: omat, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying, environmental or traffic.

Job specific duties: under direct supervision, learns to install, maintain, and/or repair traffic control devices and related equipment. Possesses knowledge in basic ac/dc voltage circuits. Operates and performs preventative maintenance on several types of equipment which may include derrick trucks, aerial basket trucks, concrete saws, and trenchers. Must possess or be able to obtain a class a or class b commercial driver's license.

Upon completion of necessary training will serve as on-call technician in a regular rotating schedule for reports of signal malfunction after normal business hours.

Special note concerning maximum weight limitations: the selected candidate(s) will be required to be lifted up into the air in the basket of an aerial bucket truck. The elevated height will vary depending on the equipment, if the equipment is on the ground, sitting on a bridge/overpass, or sitting in a ditch. This rated load capacity for the aerial device (basket) is 310 pounds.

This rated load capacity (maximum weight) is determined by the vehicle manufacturer and includes the weight of the individual plus any tools or equipment

Minimum qualifications

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include state entry qualifications as well as agency specific minimum qualifications.

State entry qualifications:

* high school diploma or ged.

Agency specific minimum qualifications:

* demonstrated competencies in basic reading and writing.

* demonstrated competencies performing basic mathematical computations.

* ability to receive and respond to verbal communications in an appropriate manner.

* ability to work and communicate with supervisors and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner.

* possesses the eye-hand coordination necessary to perform electrical wiring and physical strength and agility necessary to lift heavy equipment and materials and perform work at heights above 30ft.

* possesses working knowledge of standard electrical codes/guidelines and basic electrical wiring.

* displays a high level of commitment toward work and a high standard of ethical conduct.

* ability to reason and select appropriate processes/guidelines to follow.

* committed to providing quality customer service.

Agency preferred qualifications:

* possesses a technical degree certificate or diploma in electric systems, electrical contracting, hvac systems, industrial systems, or a related field.

* demonstrated competencies in operating and maintaining commercial vehicles.

* possesses basic knowledge of standard traffic control procedures/guidelines relating to traffic control device installation and/or repair as set forth in the mutcd.

* possesses basic knowledge of traffic control procedures.

* possesses basic knowledge of various traffic control devices and related installation and/or maintenance procedures.

* ability to accurately locate and recognize pertinent information on basic highway/roadway plans, maps, electrical diagrams/schematics.

* possesses basic knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.

* familiarity with basic computer applications.

* demonstrated ability to recall instructional/procedural information with minimal use of reference material.

* ability to manage own time effectively.

* ability to adapt quickly to change.

Important information for all gdot jobs

The interview is just one part of the overall selection process and is not the only criteria used to make the final selection. In addition to the interview, the final selection is based on the applicant's work history and performance (documented in hr and/or office files), people soft/employee status (i.e. Rehire code), employee performance reviews, personnel file review (hr & office files), criminal background check, employment reference checks (including references and commendations from managers and other relevant documentation) and, for supervisory positions, demonstrated leadership skills based on past and current…