ITS Signals Technician I

IntroductionPerforms the installations, maintenance, and repairs of traffic signals and streetlights, and underground utility identification (blue staking) in Street Operations within Public Works.Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $28.71/hour.Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• One year of related experience in installation, maintenance, or repair of traffic signals, streetlights and ITS infrastructure, construction experience, electrical experience at an apprentice level, or blue staking underground utilities or mapping.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver’s licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Must possess or obtain within six months, a Class “A” Commercial Driver License (CDL) with no air brake restriction.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
• Individuals in a CDL position will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.

Preferred:

• American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Traffic Control Technician Certification or International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.Essential FunctionsPerforms duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Qualifies for a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certification Card on a regular basis as determined by the authorizing DOT physician as appropriate to the job assignment.
• Follows all safety procedures and practices and performs safety audits.
• Participates in the construction of new signalized intersections including the installation of underground conduit and pull boxes, preparation and installation of poles and mast arms, luminaries, pole foundations, and cabinet bases.
• Drives and operates construction and maintenance equipment such as: Derrick trucks, dump trucks, platform trucks, bucket trucks, concrete saws, and drills.
• Places barricading and traffic control devices to ensure a safe work environment.
• Locates and marks traffic signals and ITS electrical and fiber optic infrastructure requested through Arizona Blue Stake Center and required by State law prior to excavating.
• Distinguishes the full range of the visual color spectrum in order to differentiate the 20-conductor wire in a pull-box.

Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work performed in various maintenance settings and field situations.
• Visually distinguish the full range of the color spectrum.
• Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing ladders and working at heights greater than ten feet, bending and stooping repeatedly, lifting arms above head, and moderate muscular exertion and lifting.
• Exposure to dust, pollen, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, and unpleasant odors.
• Visual and muscular dexterity to operate equipment, hand tools, computer, telephone, and two-way radio.
• Skillfully maneuver small objects.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Sit for extended periods of time while driving a City vehicle or equipment maintaining constant vigilance to the surrounding areas.
• Travel to/from meetings and various locations.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

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Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check
• Physical Examination

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.Full-Time Positions:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, .Part-Time Positions:

The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.Commute Solutions Program

City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking .

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