TRAFFIC SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

About the role

The Clark County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Traffic Systems Technician Supervisor position. This position supervises a team of Traffic Systems Technicians and oversees the maintenance of existing traffic signals, school flashers, activation of new signals, and other related duties.

This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from high school and successful completion of an Electronics Technician or Technologist Diploma or Electrical Training Program, and five (5) years of skilled full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of electronic and electrical equipment, including one (1) year of full-time lead or supervisory experience.

• All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application.
• Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
• All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions

Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of appointment and maintain during occupancy of position. Must obtain valid IMSA Level III certification within twelve (12) months from date of hire and maintain during occupancy of position.

• This position requires valid crane operator's certification through the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) within twenty-four (24) months from date of hire and maintain during occupancy of position.
• Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
• Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
• Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
• Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination and subject to random drug testing in accordance with DOT requirements.

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of a group of traffic signal technicians.
• Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required.
• Reviews prints for traffic signal projects and ensures that they meet County and legal standards.
• Interfaces with and reviews contractor work to ensure that work is done to County specifications.
• Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies; requisitions additional as required.
• Responds to traffic signal malfunctions; troubleshoots the problem and effects repairs.
• Participates in the design, layout, modification, and installation of traffic control systems, controllers and related system elements, including solid state digital and micro processing systems.
• Prepares working drawings and sketches; assists in preparing project specifications.
• Estimates materials, parts, tools and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and picks up materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for job.
• Performs skilled traffic systems work such as the installation, maintenance and repair.
• Performs field and bench tests on electrical and electronic circuitry and various components.
• Marks line locations at traffic signal and system sites for contractors and utilities to prevent damage to equipment in accordance with the Call Before You Dig program.
• Reads diagrams, blueprints, specifications and manuals for installation and repair projects.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Maintains accurate signal records, including maintenance and repair records.
• Drives County vehicles to work sites and transports materials as required; may work from lift trucks, ladders and other elevating devices.

Additional information

Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to, and operate a lift or boom truck at various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces or from aerial equipment for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.

Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.