Job No: 542209
Work Type: Full-time
Location: PHOENIX
Categories: Skilled Trades/Crafts,Misc/Other/Not Applicable
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Signal/Light/Electrical Technician Series
($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Job Location:
6201 - CENTRAL TRAFFIC SYSTEMS MAINT
2302 W. Durango Street
Phoenix, AZ 85009
Posting Details:
Hourly: $25.4342 - $30.0520
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive
Grade: 18
Closing Date: July 19, 2026
Job Summary:
Duties and basic tasks include: Performing the inspection, maintenance, and repair of; traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems). Performing at an determined level for the Signal Lighting and Technical Electrical Technical series based on experience and qualifications. This position requires employees to participate in rotation based on a 24 hour call back program, and must be able to respond to duty post within 30 minutes. The employee must be able to possess the ability to work from elevated heights in stressful situations. During weather events that cause or could cause hazardous road conditions, overtime may be required; including working outside of normal reporting hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Note: Positions will be assigned based on experience and qualifications listed below.
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive
Job Duties:
Signal/Lighting/Electrical Technician 1 (SLATE 1): $25.43/hr. Grade 18
Employee performs a broad scope of basic level electrical, electronic and/or mechanical duties related to the Inspection, installation, maintenance and/or repair of traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS, and associated record keeping documentation. Operates and/or trains on motorized vehicles and powered/non-powered equipment and tools to properly perform assigned work duties.Performs contract management, quality assurance, and record keeping of work and project activities. Conferring and coordinating with other crew members.Performs emergency repairs on one or more of the following: traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS.
Signal/Lighting/Electrical Technician 2 (SLATE 2): $27.22/hr. Grade 19
Employee performs a broad scope of intermediate level electrical, electronic and/or mechanical duties related to the Inspection, installation, maintenance and/or repair of traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS, and associated record keeping documentation. Operates and/or trains on motorized vehicles and powered/non·powered equipment and tools to properly perform assigned work duties.Performs contract management, quality assurance, and record keeping of work and project activities. Conferring and coordinating with other crew members.Performs emergency repairs on one of or more of the following:traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS.
Signal/Lighting/Electrical Technician 3 (SLATE 3): $30.05/hr. Grade 20
Employee performs a broad scope of advanced level electrical, electronic and/or mechanical duties related to the Inspection, installation, maintenance and/or repair of traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS, and associated record keeping documentation. Operates and/or trains on motorized vehicles and powered/non·powered equipment and tools to properly perform assigned work duties. Performs contract management, quality assurance, and record keeping of work and project activities. Conferring and coordinating with other crew members.Performs emergency repairs on one or more of the following:traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS. Lead duties - Provides advice and resolves problems; participates in work activities as required; schedules and assigns work activities; approves inspection project documentation reports; determines and selects alternatives in materials or equipment, has authority to inspect and determine the need for repairs or replacement, recommends ordering of materials and equipment; works under supervision while providing training to lower level technicians; interprets specification requirements. Evaluates and rates technical skills and qualification of other techs as directed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Use, care and maintenance of common and specialized tools, equipment and materials related to the trade.
Plans, sketches and schematics of electrical, electronic, mechanical and utility systems.
National and local electrical codes.
Methods and procedures for installing, repairing, diagnosing, and inspecting traffic signals, lighting, ITS, utility, common safety practices.
Electrical, electronic, mechanical, ventilation and public utility theory.
Skills in:
Applying and making interpretations of federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to work activities, safe practices, and public contact.
Electrical wiring and repair.
Using proper materials and tools, vehicles, and equipment to perform work activities within established work methods.
Oral and written communications.
Problem solving and interpersonal relationships.
Fundamental knowledge in reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, schematics of electrical and electronic components and circuits.
Electronic components and circuits; methods and procedures for installing, repairing, diagnosing related equipment and appurtenances.
Applying electrical and electronic principles.
Ability to:
Comprehend directions.
Work independently.
Use proper materials, tools, vehicles and equipment specific to work activity.
Plan, coordinate, analyze, and perform multiple tasks.
To learn computer systems, traffic control methods, practices and procedures, federal, state, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to work activities.
Apply safety practices and public contact/customer service practices.
Apply and interpret procedures and practices established for the work section.
Comply with all safety rules, regulations and established practices.
Perform basic project level planning and coordination, conduct material quantity take-offs for repairs.
Apply self-study to increase and expand knowledge base.
Selective Preference(s):
SLATE 1 - High school diploma/GED; Entry Level of electrical/electronics background and troubleshooting; Ability to obtain a Class A CDL
SLATE 2 - High school diploma/GED; Foreman level electrical/electronics background; One year of experience equivalent to a SLATE 1
SLATE 3 - High school diploma/GED; Foreman level electrical/electronics background; One year of experience equivalent to a SLATE 2
Pre-Employment Requirements:
ALL POSITIONS
Valid State Issued driver's license - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
SYSTEMS Positions
Valid CDL permit exam at time of appointment and obtain a Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License within 6 months.
SLATE 1
No experience required
SLATE 2
(Systems/ITS): Level I IMSA Training /Certifications
SLATE 3
(Systems/ITS): Level II IMSA Training/Certifications
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.
Retirement :
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
*Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay-out.
