Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.

ODOT's Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.

Traffic Signal Technician 1 (District 4 Traffic Dept.), PN 20055279

Located at: District 4 Headquarters, 2088 South Arlington Road, Akron, OH 44306

What You Will Do:

• Install, maintain, and repair traffic signals, ITS equipment, highway lighting systems, and related electrical components; perform troubleshooting, inspections, and adjustments to ensure safe operation.
• Operate state vehicles, use tools, and repair equipment; perform utility locating, set up work‑zone traffic control, sign installation and maintenance, vegetation trimming, and general field maintenance tasks.
• Use computers and mobile devices to document work, complete inspections, update asset inventories, track materials, and maintain records using systems such as EIMS, ArcGIS, and other software.
• Conduct inspections of traffic signals and electrical devices under construction, assist with final acceptance checks, ensure contractor compliance with standards and plans, and communicate with the public and school officials during repairs or maintenance.

Benefits to you:

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases: 1st increase after 6 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
• Experience growth opportunities within organization.
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

-12 mos. electrical trg. &/or exp. to include troubleshooting/repair of electrical circuits (e.g., operation of a multi-meter, wire splicing); valid driver’s license required.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Transportation

Technical Skills: Transportation, Electrical Trade, Equipment Operations

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Teamwork

Background Check Information: The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

The selection process for this position will include a structured interview. Candidate responses to the interview questions will be scored and the selection will be made in accordance with the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.

All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.

This position is overtime eligible per FLSA Standards.

If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract.

Valid Driver's License required.

Must obtain & maintain Class B Commercial Driver's License without airbrake restriction regulated by Section 4506 of Ohio Revised Code within 12 months of entry into position.

Unusual Working Conditions: Exposed to electrical hazards; work outside & exposed to inclement weather (e.g., temperature extremes, ice, snow, rain), rough terrain, dust, dirt, fumes & noise; may be exposed to poisonous plants, insects, rodents, & snakes; may be exposed to moving traffic & motoring public; may be exposed to unpleasant surroundings (e.g., sewage, confined space); may be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week; may require overnight travel; may be required to work at heights up to 300 feet above ground/water.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.