Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee/I/II

Job Description

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

The County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation is responsible for funding, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System. El Dorado County's Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities.

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS DIVISION

The Maintenance and Operations division is responsible for the funding, planning, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System (CRS). The County Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under general supervision from supervisory or management staff, the Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee/I/II performs a variety of technical and support work in the area of traffic operations in the field and in the office; performs electronic and electrical work related to the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal and lighting equipment; may have responsibility for the day-to-day operations of an assigned technical engineering support area; provides lead direction.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Install, operate, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, or replace traffic controllers, vehicle detectors, Internet protocol (IP) cameras, variable message signs (VMS), and fiber optic cabling in the field and the shop.
• Use Geographic Information System (GIS) and other software to research, file, and produce maps for visual reference; record maps and plans and maintain databases.
• Perform and/or coordinate with maintenance staff to perform maintenance, repair, and modify traffic signals, flashing beacons, and appurtenances. Modification to traffic signals is limited to those that do not require engineering re-design.
• Administer contracts for the maintenance of traffic signals.
• Program Signal Controllers.
• Investigate complaints regarding signal operations.
• Diagnose and repair traffic signals and appurtenances.
• Provide 24-hour emergency response for signal callouts.
• Modify traffic signals to improve operation and safety where engineering re-design is not required.
• Operate Personnel Hoist Vehicle for signal maintenance operations.
• Coordinate, purchase, and testing of signal hardware for signal projects.
• Maintain records for traffic signals.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here .

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:

A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities qualify; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Education and Experience

Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee :

Equivalent to graduation from high school

AND

One (1) year of manual labor experience.

Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician I :
One (1) year of experience equivalent as a Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee
OR

Two (2) years of experience in maintaining and repairing roadways, electronics, or traffic control systems

OR

Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in pre-engineering, electronics, electrical technology, or a closely related field

OR

Possession of an IMSA certification in Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician

Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician II :

Three (3) years of journey-level experience in the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals, lighting control equipment, or other industrial/commercial electrical systems.

OR

Possession of a valid California certificate as an Engineer-in-Training

Other Requirements

Licenses and Certifications for II level :

• Possession of the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician II certification.

Licenses and Certifications for all levels :

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Click hereto view the minimum qualifications for Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee/I/II , as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at Jenny.Thomas@edcgov.us.

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process, ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process click here .

Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee/I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months.

If you are interested in the position of Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician Trainee/I/II within any County department, please submit your application.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the Department of Transportation, Maintenance Division located in Placerville, CA.
  

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The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

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Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• County sponsored Wellness program
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  
• Supervisory leave (supervising classifications only) and Bereavement leave
  

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 9/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific