Lead Traffic Signal Technician

The Role:

The Lead Traffic Signal Technician works u nder the direction of the Traffic Signal Supervisor (TSS), the Lead Traffic Signal Technician leads and participates in the field activities of technicians who install, maintain, and repair traffic signals and related components. Provides guidance and technical assistance to field staff.

The ideal candidate for the role will have college-l evel coursework in electricity, electronics, or construction and 3 years experience in traffic signal maintenance, installation, and repair. One year of supervisory or lead experience is preferred. IMSA Traffic Signal Level II and Inspector certifications upon hire.

Salary: This position is:

• FLSA non-exempt and will earn overtime for any hours worked of 40 in a week. • This position this position is a Grade 319 with an hourly salary between $31.8574 - $47.7861.

Benefits:

The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY26-27 Benefits Guide (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information.

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:

City of Glendale Regular status positions offer:

• 10.5 paid holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays • Vacation leave accrues at: • 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year) • Increases to 6.12 hours per pay period after 5 years • Then caps out at 7.6 hours per pay period after 10 years of service • Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year) * Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day

Retirement: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). • Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period • The current contribution rate is 11.98%

• Engages in the testing, diagnosis, and repair of traffic signal equipment to ensure proper functioning Understands and interprets signal plan sets, schematic drawings, and layouts to support construction, operation, and maintenance activities. • Plans, leads, and participates in the field activities of the traffic signal section in the construction, preventive maintenance, and operations. • Provides input, guidance, and training to staff relating to the annual signal preventative maintenance program, work methods, safety policies, and procedures. • Estimates labor and material costs from signal design plans and other work plans. Performs on-the-job training to enhance staff understanding of traffic signal equipment. • Reviews design plans submitted by internal and external sources to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, federal, state, and city regulations. • Inspects, monitors, and evaluates work-related information and equipment to ensure adherence to safety standards, regulations, and operational guidelines. • Uses various office equipment to prepare schedules, logs, and reports; Inputs data into a computers to maintain inventory and manage operations. • Performs physical inventories of traffic signal equipment and hardware, monitors inventory levels and recommends ordering materials to meet operational needs. • Supports the implementation and adherence to signal section policies, as well as short- and long-term objectives. • Operates city vehicles. • Performs other duties as assigned.