Traffic Signals Technologist I

Job Description

JOB TITLE:  Traffic Signals Technologist I

DEPARTMENT:  Public Works & Engineering

POSTING NUMBER:  106726

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Temporary 12-months

HOURS OF WORK:  35-hour workweek / shift work / variable hours

LOCATION:  Hybrid Model*– when working onsite, you will report to the location of Williams Parkway Operations Centre.

SALARY GRADE:  7

SALARY RANGE:           1ST STEP:     $74,146.80 per annum

                                      2ND STEP:    $78,005.20 per annum

                                      JOB RATE:  $82,136.60 per annum

JOB TYPE:  Union

POSTING DATE:  April 22, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  May 5, 2025

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Traffic Signal Systems, coordinates routine maintenance programs for Traffic Signals and modernizations, recoveries and inventories.

• Coordinates routine maintenance programs and reviews ongoing programs for updates and modifications.
• Oversees the execution of traffic signal maintenance programs.
• Monitors traffic signals for unscheduled maintenance work.
• Coordinates special projects.
• Monitors traffic signal contracts and modernization projects.
• Designs and prepares contracts for traffic signal installations and modernization.
• Tracks traffic signal recoveries to ensure accident damage recoveries are collected.
• Audit traffic signal inventory, monitoring release of inventory and documenting receipt of new equipment.
• Conducts and coordinates field studies related to traffic signals, control systems and operational updates; summarizing data and preparing reports.
• Assists with daily operation of traffic control centre & computerized traffic signal system.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints in a timely fashion.
• Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• High school (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program over two (2) years and up to three (3) years in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• Over one (1) year, up to and including two (2) years related experience in a traffic environment.

REQUIRED LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid, non-probationary Ontario class G driver’s licence and use of own vehicle.

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Certification
• Associate Membership or eligibility to acquire membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
• Working knowledge of Microstation and traffic analysis software (Synchro)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

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Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation.  Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change.  

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online quoting reference #106726 by May 5, 2025 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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