Posting number: 26-00356
Department: Public Works
Job classification: TRAFFIC CONTROL ELECTRICIAN I-IV (DOQ)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Works, Trades, Transportation, Maintenance
Work Location: 2904 12th Street Court East, Bradenton, Florida 34208
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, night and after-hour emergency work is required. Stand-by on rotating schedule required.
Expected Starting Hourly Range: $21.92 - $34.51
This classification performs various duties associated with traffic signal and street lighting installation, repair and maintenance.
Note: Position level and salary will be dependent on qualifications (DOQ).
Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.
Working Conditions
The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may involve strenuous physical activity under varying climatic conditions and in both indoor and outdoor environments. Ability to climb and descend ladders and work at heights up to 60ft. Periodically required to work other than normal business hours, including weekends and holidays.
This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment and continued employment with Manatee County Government is contingent upon passing pre-employment and employment screenings identified in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual. An applicant/employee who fails to pass a drug/alcohol screening, shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of three (3) years.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Performs maintenance, modification, repair, testing and installation of electrical systems and components for traffic signals and highway lighting.
Performs emergency repair of traffic signals to mitigate traffic congestion and vehicle accidents.
Troubleshoots and repairs electronic equipment and instrumentation. Recommends replacement when necessary.
Maintains, repairs, adjusts, and installs solar power systems and components. Installs batteries and generators for power backup systems.
Performs digging and trenching in the process of installing and repairing underground infrastructure to include junction boxes, conduit and wiring.
Executes temporary traffic control plans and maintains safe work zones through proper application of maintenance of traffic devices.
Subject to alternate work schedules and serving on a rotating on-call status.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law
Must successfully pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and department-approved agility test.
All Levels:
High school diploma, GED or other certificate of competency.
Must be able to participate in a standby rotation schedule outside of normal shift hours, with the ability to respond to emergencies within a 2-hour time frame.
Must either possess and maintain valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License Class B (w/ Air Brake endorsement) OR obtain CDL permit prior to employment and obtain the CDL within one hundred twenty (120) days of hire.
Electrician I:
IMSA Traffic Signal Level I, Certification required, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date.
Electrician II:
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in traffic signal and street lighting installation and maintenance.
IMSA Traffic Signal Level II, Certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
Electrician III:
Five (5) years' experience in traffic signal installation and maintenance.
IMSA Traffic Signal Level III, Certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
Electrician IV:
Licensed Journeyman Electrician or a minimum of five (5) years documented work history in the following fields: traffic signal, highway lighting, residential, commercial, or industrial electrical.
IMSA Traffic Signal Level III certification.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
Electrician I – II:
One (1) year of traffic signal, street lighting or electrical trade work experience desired.
Electrician III:
Associates degree in related field desired.
Electrician IV:
Associates degree in related field desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to distinguish colors.
Knowledge of traffic signal devices and components.
Knowledge of state and local regulations and the manual on traffic signal installations as required by assigned work.
Knowledge of the operation of hand and power tools required by assigned work.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, supervisor, and outside agencies.
Skill in basic computer operations.
Knowledge of electrical and/or electronic systems and components.
Manatee County Government has made quality customer service to you, our customers – Manatee residents, business owners and visitors – our top priority. The Bradenton area was recently named Florida’s “most satisfying” place to live. We couldn’t agree more. Our quality of life is second to none. We’d like to think part of that satisfaction is thanks to the friendly, customer service-driven government we’ve created at Manatee County. We live here. We work here. We’re your neighbors. We appreciate the honor and privilege to serve this great community!
Manatee County is located on Florida’s gorgeous Gulf Coast. It is bordered by Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg to the north, Hardee and DeSoto counties to the east and Sarasota to the south. The beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island fade into the Gulf of Mexico to the west. The County seat and the largest municipality in Manatee County is Bradenton. Manatee County has five other municipalities, including the City of Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, the Town of Longboat Key and Palmetto.
More than 400,000 people call Manatee County home, but our population increases considerably in the winter when high temperatures vary between 65 and 75 degrees. Many northerners, affectionately known as Snow Birds, have second homes or rent a winter home here. Our county employees are key to delivering services to all our residents including our seniors, children, families and those just starting out. From the Libraries to Forest Preserves, Beaches to Neighborhoods, new developments to individual residences, the services we provide touch everyone in the community in a positive way. As a county employee, you contribute toward that effort.
