Traffic Signal Technician I/Ii

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• The Qualifications section below is your guide to understand what the City is looking for on your application, use this to your advantage. It is up to the candidate seeking employment/promotion to include all relevant information for qualification purposes, on the application the candidate submits to be considered for the job
• Contact information – use an email address you can easily access at any time
• One step is eliminated for you! Do not attach resumes or cover letters. The City of Sparks does not review these items with the application. Only attach any licenses/transcripts/ certificates that are required for qualification (see qualifications section to determine what documents to attach)
• Fill out and update your general online application before attaching it to any new job posting. HR reviews information listed on the application submitted to the specific job posting

• Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, and materials used in the electrical and electronic trades
• Ability to work on high voltage electrical circuits, street signal controls and other specialized installations
• Knowledge of basic microcomputer applications related to the work
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain and operate a variety of hand, power, shop and other tools, and test equipment common to electrical and electronic work
• Ability to train others in work procedures
• Ability to make accurate mathematic calculations
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to prepare accurate records of work performed
• Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of safe work methods and ability to follow safety regulations pertaining to the work
• Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work

• May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• Supervision exercised: None
• May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
• May be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as required
• This position reports to the Traffic Technician Lead
• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications
• Ability to train others in work procedures
• Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work
• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment, and initiative without close supervision
• Ability to make accurate mathematic calculations
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to prepare accurate records of work performed
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain and operate a variety of hand, power, shop and other tools, and test equipment common to electrical and electronic work
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, and materials used in the electrical and electronic trades
• Knowledge of basic microcomputer applications related to the work
• Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of safe work methods and ability to follow safety regulations pertaining to the work
• Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits

• This position reports the Traffic Signal Technician Lead
• May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• Supervision exercised: None
• May be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as required

Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.

Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.