City and County of San Francisco

Under general supervision, install, maintain, and repair all types of traffic signals and other electronic or electric traffic control devices; and perform related duties as assigned.

The Traffic Signal Electrician is the journey-level position responsible for the installation, maintenance and repairs of traffic signals and other electronic or electrical traffic control devices. This class is distinguished from the next higher level classification of Traffic Signal Electrician Supervisor I in that the latter has supervision responsibility over Traffic Signal Electricians.

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According to Civil Service Commission Rule 409, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Installs, maintains and repairs traffic signal systems including wiring, conduits, traffic signal hardware; intersection controllers; intersection cabinets and their associated components and peripheries; and vehicle and pedestrian detection systems.

2. Programs engineering timing data into intersection controllers and other devices associated with the movement or control of traffic operations.  

3. Responds to emergency field complaints to locate causes of malfunction of signal devices or associated equipment including wiring or conduit damage; repairs or replaces faulty electronic or electrical equipment.

4. Operates and maintains various electronic and electric measuring and testing devices such as voltmeters, ammeters and multi-testers to troubleshoot and repair signals, signal components and related signal equipment.

5. Evaluates electrical and electronic portions of traffic signal equipment upon receipt from manufacturer; assesses errors in manufacture or construction that impede proper operation of equipment and recommends corrective action.

6. Prepares and maintains accurate reports and records such as complaint forms, material lists, daily work reports, engineering work order requests, and time sheets.

7. Performs bench work including testing, fault finding and repairing of signal relay panels, vehicle and pedestrian detection components, and various electronic and electrical components and equipment associated with traffic signal operations; and repairs or replaces parts as necessary.

8. May provide training to other Traffic Signal Electricians on specialized electrical and electronic components, software, or equipment associated with traffic operations.

9. Installs and maintains the City's traffic coordination system including but not limited to 12C cable, two pair cable and fiber optics.

10. Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: Electrical and electronic theory and practices; tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment; traffic signal installation; troubleshooting techniques; traffic signal terminology and practices; traffic safety rules, regulations and practices; and safe work practices.

Ability to: Read and interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications; program software associated with the control or movement of traffic; repair and test electronic equipment; evaluate electrical and electronic portions of traffic signal systems delivered from manufacturers for functionality; operate and maintain a variety of electric and electronic measuring devices; follow written and oral instructions; work alone with minimal supervision; prepare accurate and complete daily work reports, time sheets, maintain engineering work orders etc.; distinguish colors; and operate a bucket truck and crane vehicle.

Working Conditions: The performance of the essential functions of the class require working on energized equipment, around loud noise and construction equipment; standing, walking on level and uneven surfaces, kneeling, squatting, and stooping in the performance of installation and inspection duties. These duties also require the incumbent to climb in and out of a boom bucket and balance while working at a height of a maximum of 25 feet. During the performance of duties, the incumbent will regularly be required to push weights in excess of 60 pounds and lift equipment that weighs over 50 pounds.  The incumbent is daily exposed to electrical hazards; installation and repair work is performed near moving traffic in all weather conditions. May be required to work in confined spaces. Incumbent may be required to work in all weather conditions and may be subject to stand-by duties and mandatory overtime as assigned on a 24 hour per day basis. 

These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the training, experience, special skills and/or license which may be required for employment in the class.  Although these minimum qualifications are typical of the class, additional minimum qualifications and special conditions may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the job announcement.

1a) Completion of a recognized Electrician Apprenticeship program (Inside Wireman Apprenticeship program) and one (1) year of journey-level electrician experience; OR

1b) Six (6) years of verifiable inside wireman experience equivalent to journey-level as defined by the International Brotherhood of Electric Workers.  

License and Certification

Possession of a current valid Class C driver license at the time of appointment.

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.