PRIMARY FUNCTION

• Installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of electrical and electronic traffic equipment devices, including, but not limited to, traffic controllers, conflict monitors, wireless modems, and NEMA wiring within signal cabinets and pedestrian crossing controllers.
• Installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of street lighting located within the City of Wilmington as needed.  
• Exercise technical judgment in determining work methods and procedures and receive assignments orally or through written instructions.
• Supervision may be exercised over laborers and maintenance employees of a lower classification.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs and maintains new EPAC controllers, load switches, conflict monitors, and copper cable and/or fiber-optic communications systems, traffic signal terminal facilities, and cabinets. Replaces malfunctioning controllers and conflict monitors. Locates short and open circuit conditions in wiring systems. Replaces worn and/or damaged components in traffic control devices and electrical streetlight fixtures.  Prepares reports on maintenance performed; updates to signal timing plans.
• Installs and maintains electrical motors, signal heads, signal cables, span wire, and traffic signal poles and pedestals. 
• Performs electronics repair work on a wide variety of electronic equipment. Inspects defective electronic equipment to determine malfunctions. Reads and interprets schematic diagrams, logic charts, and manufacturer’s manuals to isolate malfunctioning components.  Work is subject to periodic review while in progress and upon completion.
• Responsibilities include being on call 24 hours per day on a rotational weekly basis.  Performs all related work as required.
• Possess and maintain a valid CDL class "B" driver's license with an active medical examiner's certificate, a good driving record, and ability to pass drug screening as mandated by the Federal Department of Transportation for CDL drivers.
• Will attend annual training to advance knowledge and exposure to the traffic signal environment as training opportunities are made available.  
• Assist other Transportation Division crews with the installation, removal and replacement of traffic controls signage as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalency supplemented by courses or experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic maintenance in the traffic and transportation field, or related electrical field preferred.
• Knowledge of the methods, procedures, materials, and tools related to the maintenance and installation of electrically operated traffic control devices, and basic electricity as it relates to traffic control devices, pedestrian signals and street lighting.
• Knowledge of the principles and theories of electronics as related to the repair of digital electronic traffic control devices. Knowledge of test equipment and testing procedures used in the calibration and repair of digital and analog electronic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, logic, and flow-charts, along with technical manuals. Ability to apply diagnostic principles in the repair of electrical equipment. Ability to interpret technical diagrams and blueprints. 
• Ability or willingness to operate an aerial bucket truck and work at heights up to 35 feet.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly work outside in inclement weather conditions.  Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. 
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. 
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  Frequently required to stand and talk or hear.  Regularly required to walk, sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. 

Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

THE CITY OF WILMINGTON COMPENSATION PACKAGE

The City of Wilmington is committed to providing a robust healthcare portfolio to meet the needs of our employees and their families and is pleased to offer coverage on your first day of employment. Helping you understand the benefits we offer is important to us. Please refer to our Employee Benefits website to view all healthcare plans, vendor information, resources, and benefit rates.

Medical Insurance: Highmark BCBS of Delaware. City of Wilmington offers 2 medical plans, PPO II (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization).

Dental Insurance: MetLife. City of Wilmington offers three dental plans, Dental Plan 1, 2, and 3.

Vision Plan: Unum (Powered by EyeMed). City of Wilmington offers two vision plans, Basic Vision coverage which is available if you enroll in medical insurance. Basic Vision Coverage which is no cost, and the Buy-Up Vision coverage is available at an additional cost.

Additional Benefits: The City of Wilmington also offers other valuable benefits such as Life and AD&D Insurance, Long-Term Disability. Employer Provided HRA’s, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional whole and term life insurances, short term disability and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Opt-Out Cash Back Incentive Program: Employees who choose to enroll in medical or dental coverage other than the City’s and can provide proof of this medical coverage may be eligible to receive additional income.

Wellness: We enjoy staying healthy together! Therefore, we have an engaging calendar of wellness events throughout the year for employees, retirees and their families. To learn more, check out our Employee Perks page.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: At least eight (8) hours* of vacation per month after the completion of the first six (6) months* of continuous employment until the next January 1. Each January 1 thereafter, employee will be credited with at least ninety-six (96) hours* of vacation for the calendar year, until the completion of five (5) years of continuous service.

Holiday: Eligible employees receive holiday pay from date of hire, View City Holidays

Life Insurance: The City agrees to provide term life insurance for each eligible employee for a maximum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) at no cost.

Pension: Eligible employees are able to participate in the State Pension Plan you will contribute 6% of your bi-weekly base pay.

Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional employee contributory plan available.

Live Near Your Work Program: Homebuyer Assistance program to provide up to $4,000 in homebuyers assistance for newly hired employees, first time homebuyers, and those employees choosing to purchase a residence in one of the City’s unique and culture-blended neighborhoods.

Tuition Reimbursement: The City encourages employee self-development and continuing education and provides a reimbursement program for eligible employees annually for qualified college or certification courses taken that year.

Teleworking/Remote Work*: Eligible employees qualify for a hybrid schedule upon approval through the city’s teleworking policy. The City is committed to increasing employee productivity and improving talent recruitment by providing employees with work alternatives that enable eligible employees to meet their work and family needs.

PSLF Program Eligible Employer: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click PSLF Loan Forgiveness.

*Benefits for employees under collective bargaining agreements or appointed positions may vary.