Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $58,903.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Benefits
Retirement
Vacation leave
Illness leave
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
supplemental insurances
Deferred retirement saving plans
Job Description
The City of Tuscaloosa is a vibrant and growing municipality located in Alabama, committed to providing exceptional public services and maintaining the infrastructure that supports its community. As a metropolitan area with a rich history and diverse population, Tuscaloosa emphasizes quality of life, safety, and innovation in its public works initiatives. The Public Works Department, specifically the PW-Traffic Division, plays a crucial role in ensuring safe and efficient transportation corridors by maintaining and upgrading traffic signal and street lighting systems throughout the city. This department is known for its dedication to modernizing infrastructure and employing skilled professionals who contribute to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- vocational or technical diploma or certification in Electronics, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or related field
- one year experience or training in electrical, electronic, civil engineering, or related field
- possession and maintenance of valid Alabama commercial driver's license (CDL), Class A, within twelve months of employment
- ability to operate various construction, automated office, and electronics equipment
- physical capability to perform heavy work
- ability to read and interpret electronic, electrical and civil engineering documents
- ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the public
- ability to write job-related documentation
- ability to learn complex electronic, electrical and civil engineering principles and techniques
- ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- ability to perform mathematical calculations including basic algebra and geometry
- ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape
- manual dexterity and motor coordination
- ability to distinguish colors
- ability to perform under moderate stress
- availability for twenty-four-hour call and response within one hour
- undergo pre-employment and random drug screens
- safety-sensitive job classification.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- vocational or technical diploma or certification in Electronics, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- one year of experience or training in an electrical, electronic, civil engineering, or related field
- valid Alabama commercial driver's license (CDL), Class A, or willingness to obtain within twelve months of employment
- ability to operate construction, electronics, and automated office equipment
- knowledge of traffic signal systems and street lighting equipment
- ability to program electronic and electro-mechanical controllers
- strong communication skills
- ability to work under moderate stress
- physical capability for heavy work
- knowledge of fiber optics installation and testing preferred
- familiarity with safety procedures related to traffic and construction work
- basic computer skills.
Job Duties
- Troubleshoots, modifies, tests, repairs and maintains all traffic signal and street lighting system equipment in emergency and non-emergency situations
- installs streetlight poles and traffic signal equipment
- locates underground utility cables, digs trenches, sets poles, installs conduit and pullboxes, sets wiring controllers, installs traffic lights and conductor cable, and makes electrical connections
- performs bench work involving component level and computerized traffic equipment
- programs electronic signal controllers, electro-mechanical controllers, electronic conflict monitors, electronic and mechanical time clocks, and loop detectors
- operates remote access computer terminal to monitor and modify signaled intersections
- installs traffic counter and speed analyzers for traffic studies
- retrieves data from controllers and counters
- designs network for fiber optics and determines needed supplies
- performs fusion and mechanical splicing and integrity testing of fiber optic and copper cables
- installs fiber optic cable
- integrates fiber with electronics for traffic camera and systems
- programs all signal cabinet components
- builds forms for pouring concrete pole foundations
- ensures traffic and employee safety by placing work zone signs and flags
- observes traffic control devices to detect malfunctions and timing errors
- prepares work orders for repairs or maintenance
- performs preventive maintenance of equipment and tools
- operates machinery and equipment such as bucket truck, boring machine, concrete saw, air compressor, pneumatic loop sealant guns, backhoe, trencher, various drills, soldering iron, generator, chainsaw, computer, and diagnostic instruments
- responds to twenty-four-hour call as scheduled and arrives on location within one hour of notification
- reviews price quotes for equipment and supplies
- purchases electrical supplies
- cleans and organizes buildings, work areas, vehicles, materials and equipment
- receives and prepares documentation, records, and reports
- performs other related duties as required.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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