Traffic Signals Technician - Kelowna, Canada - City of Kelowna

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Position Details

Posting Information Posting Number CK53251P Position Title Traffic Signals Technician No. of Staff Required 1 Position Type FT If Term position, enter length of Term in months n/a Position Groups IBEW Division Infrastructure (DV220) Department Roadways Operations (DP212) Branch Traffic Signals and Systems (BR219) Organizational Information Purpose of your Position - Non Union Classification Summary - Union A Traffic Signal Technician troubleshoots, maintains, repairs and programs electrical, data and electronic systems for alltraffic signals and associated equipment and software . A Traffic Signal Technician is a lead and key point of contactfor internal and external customers on traffic signal operations. Duties - Union
• Troubleshoots, maintains, repairs and programs all traffic signal systems which includes controllers; EconoliteASC3 and Cobalt, detection systems; video, thermal, radar and inductive loop, communications; radios, fiberoptic, LAN and IP address control, emergency vehicle preemption systems and UPS's.

• Upgrades and maintains all traffic signal equipment software, including central management systems. Ensures traffic data backed up and archived.

• Procures and organizes materials, equipment and labour for work projects.

• Oversees and inspects work performed by contractors.

• Communicates with customers, contractors and City crews on traffic signal related issues.

• Provides emergency response to breakdowns.

• Involved in design and install of new traffic signal and ITS systems.

• Ensures compliance with electrical and safety codes; maintains permits, reports and logbooks.

• Designated as Field Safety Representative under the BC Safety Authority. Consults with BC Safety Authority on code compliance and project design, where necessary.

• Works collaboratively with other departments on infrastructure project planning, proposals, systems andservice issues pertaining to traffic signal operation and intelligent transportation system.

• Researches, recommends and carries out pilot studies of new emerging technology.

• Researches and completes on -going training so as to stay relevant in the field of expertise. (ie ITS, controller, detection and communication).

• Provides information and input on related policies, guidelines and standards. Results and Activities - Non union Credentials - Union
• Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Certification

• FSR B certification with BC Safety Authority.

• Electrical/Electronics Engineering Diploma or five years experience working with electronic control
systems.

• IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Technician Certification

Knowledge - Non Union Skills & Abilities - Non Union Competencies
• Experience with Econolite controllers, video detection systems, radio and fiber communication systems

• Computer and software expertise

• Service and Communication Excellence

• Problem Solving

• BC Drivers License – Class 5 Posting Text Physical Demands Special Instructions to Applicant Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on April 16th.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as "other documents".Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver's Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver's License, or are waiting to receive a Driver's Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating, "Driver's Abstract is on order" or "Do not possess a Driver's License".

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply. Additional Hiring Information Pay Rate $48.00 per hour Posting Date 04/10/2024 Closing Date 04/23/2024 Days of Work Monday-Friday Standard Hours per Day 7.5 Hours of Work 6:30 to 14:30 Work Location PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE/ YARD Specify Work Location

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents

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