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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $66,624.00 - $87,612.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
voluntary benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation leave
sick leave
Bereavement leave
Certification pay
Bilingual Pay
Notary pay
uniform provision
Commercial driver license reimbursement
Safety shoes reimbursement
Job Description
The City of Oceanside, located in California, is a vibrant coastal community known for its beautiful beaches, rich history, and diverse population. Oceanside operates a comprehensive local government with dedicated departments that work collaboratively to enhance the quality of life for its residents. Among these departments, the Public Works Department plays a critical role in the maintenance and improvement of the City’s infrastructure, including streets, traffic signals, and public lighting systems. The City of Oceanside is committed to equal employment opportunities and values diversity in its workforce, making it a welcoming workplace for individuals from all backgrounds.
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Job Requirements
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level coursework in engineering, computer science, electronics or closely related field
- three years of relevant experience
- possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate valid California driver's license
- ability to obtain the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician Level I certification within 24 months of hire
- physical ability to perform job duties including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working outdoors in variable weather conditions
- must pass background reference check, fingerprinting and medical examination including drug screening
- willingness to work in inclement weather, confined spaces, and at heights
- ability to read and interpret specifications and diagrams
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- three years of experience in maintenance and repair of complex electronic analog and digital solid-state equipment, electrical equipment, traffic systems or street light systems
- ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and manuals
- knowledge of principles, methods and equipment used in installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical and electronic traffic signal equipment
- knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing traffic signals
- understanding of electrical power distribution, circuitry, and motor control system design as it relates to traffic signal and lighting equipment
- familiarity with operating characteristics of electronic components
- knowledge of traffic signal operations and timing parameters
- skill in using modern diagnostic instruments to install, test, calibrate and repair complex electrical and electronic equipment
- ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
- ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management, staff, contractors and the public
- demonstrated proficiency in performing complex tasks as required for advancement
Job Duties
- Installs, tests, replaces, maintains and repairs a variety of electrical equipment and devices associated with traffic signal equipment, street lighting
- installs, maintains and repairs City traffic signals, street lighting, flashing beacons, RRFBs, signs, and other assigned traffic control devices
- performs skilled electrical work in the installation, operation, general maintenance, repair, and adjustment of traffic signals
- makes field and emergency repairs on traffic signal equipment such as signal heads, traffic signal standards, detector loops, video detection and controllers
- assists with relocations and modifications of traffic signals and electronic equipment at street intersections
- installs street traffic detectors, video cameras, pedestrian push button units, safety lights and large illuminated traffic signs
- turns on and tests traffic signals and makes timing adjustments
- cleans, tests, repairs, and overhauls controllers, coordinators, program clocks, computers, and other electric and electronic equipment in the shop
- ensures safe repairs to the City's traffic signal system
- performs scheduled maintenance and group re-lamping on the City's traffic signal systems
- tests electronic and electrical circuits, transformers, and other related equipment
- assists with re-wiring of controllers
- checks and adjusts traffic signal timing, and performs preventive maintenance work
- reads and interprets traffic signal and electrical wiring diagrams, sketches and schematics
- helps repair other electronic or electrical devices or equipment
- maintains and properly utilizes electronic and electrical tools and equipment
- performs related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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