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State of Indiana · 1 week ago

Traffic Signal Technician Supervisor

La Porte, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, and they are seeking a Traffic Signal Technician Supervisor for the Indiana Department of Transportation. This role involves supervising a team of technicians, performing electrical work on traffic control devices, and ensuring the maintenance and operation of traffic signal systems.

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Responsibilities

Perform electrical work on traffic control devices (e.g., traffic signals, flashing beacons, and street and detour lights, detectors, signal controllers, messenger cable, relays, meters, conduits, housings, highway and sign luminaries and other related devices)

Perform more complex electrical and electronic repairs, diagnose or evaluate. (i.e., such activities include but are not limited to programming controllers and components for time-based coordination, fire and emergency vehicle preemption, time of day function changes and makes changes to signal coordination settings to effect traffic flow and other similarly complex functions)

Supervise the work of other employees to ensure adherence to quality standards and proper procedures. Provide guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalations

Prepare and issue work schedules and duty assignments

Test and analyze entire signal system to ensure system is synchronized and functioning as designed

Rebuild and repair traffic signal controllers (e.g., pre-timed, actuated and traffic density types)

Respond to external complaints, dealing with and responding to the public on inquiries and requests for information, including directing after hours callouts

Prepare and manage annual signal work plan, budget, and inventory

Schedule necessary training with vendors on signal components

Maintain and update electronic files of all traffic signals for signal timing, emergency callouts, and equipment inventory

Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development

Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position

Qualification

Traffic signal systemsIMSA Level 2 certificationElectrical workSupervisory skillsTrainingDevelopmentBudget managementProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

High School Diploma or High School equivalent (HSE)

Five (5) years' experience in traffic signal systems maintenance or related experience

Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment

Must have and maintain International Municipal Signal Association Level 2 and INDOT Signal Technician Certification

Ability to work with public to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations

Ability to read and analyze diagrams, electrical drawings, and manuals

Ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment along with reading and interpreting manuals

Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather

Must be available for Winter Operations Duty

Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow

Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred

Associates Degree in Electronics, Computer Programming

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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