Job Description

Posting number: 10.347. 7-2026

Department: PUBLIC WORKS: BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION

Job classification: TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance

Summary

Pay Schedule II, Grade H23, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Traffic Engineering & Transportation Planning - Signal Shop.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of duties

Under general supervision, performs skilled field and bench work in the repair, maintenance, modification, and installation of traffic signal control devices and associated equipment.

Example of Essential Duties:

• Performs field and bench repairs of various traffic signal control devices and related equipment such as signals, vehicle detectors, controllers, cabinets, and wiring.
• Diagnoses and repairs signal malfunctions.
• Inspects, modifies, and tests traffic signal control equipment.
• Pre-wires, sets, and installs traffic signals and control cabinets.
• Performs general maintenance and inspections of traffic control equipment.
• Replaces hoods, lenses, and bulbs.
• Sets and adjusts timings and controller programs.
• Receives, analyzes, and logs information generated by traffic control computer systems.
• Monitors the status of the traffic signal systems.
• Answers maintenance and repair calls during regular working hours and on an emergency basis.
• Leads and instructs less experienced personnel.

Examples of Other Duties:

• Maintains the repair shop.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent

PLUS

Four years' experience in electronics repair, two years of which were in the repair and maintenance of electronic traffic signal systems.

(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education in electronics may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.)

(Possession of a Traffic Signal Level I certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) may be substituted for one year of the required general experience. Possession of a Traffic Signal Level II certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) may be substituted for two years of the required general experience.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):

• Knowledge of the maintenance, repair, modification, and installation of traffic signal control devices.
• Knowledge of the tools and techniques used in traffic signal repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of solid-state electronics including microprocessors.
• Knowledge of traffic control terminology.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment of railroad and fire/emergency preemption.
• Knowledge of telemetry and interconnect hardware.
• Knowledge of personal computers and traffic signal control software.
• Knowledge of Safety standards and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):

• Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in leading and instructing others.

Supplemental information

Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of physical labor such as bending, stooping, and lifting heavy objects, as well as the operation of hand and power tools and shop equipment. Incumbents in this classification are exposed to potentially hazardous conditions such as heights, traffic, adverse weather, and live electrical wires.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.