Traffic Signal Technician Supervisor

Date Posted: Dec 30, 2024

Requisition ID: 454200

Location:

Crawfordsville, IN, US, 47933

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you. 

Role Overview:

As the Traffic Signal Technician Supervisor, you will be responsible for directing and managing the district traffic signal section, supervising the Traffic Signal Technician’s. In this position, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, flashers, and roadway lighting, as well as performing maintenance, repair, and installation of traffic signal/flasher control devices and components either at the intersection or in the shop. You will be responsible for ensuring all signal activities are planned, coordinated, and completed in the safest and most efficient manner possible.

CDL Positions:

Candidates with a current CDL will earn an additional $1 per hour for this position. Candidates without a CDL will be given 90 days to obtain their CDL, with training provided by INDOT, and will then earn an additional $1 per hour upon successfully obtaining their CDL.

Salary Statement:

his position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Location:

This position is located in INDOT’s Crawfordsville District, Traffic Dept.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Perform electrical work on traffic control devices (e.g., traffic signals, flashing beacons, and street and detour lights, detectors, signal controllers, messenger cable, relays, meters, conduits, housings, highway and sign luminaries and other related devices).

• Perform more complex electrical and electronic repairs, diagnose or evaluate. (i.e., such activities include but are not limited to programming controllers and components for time-based coordination, fire and emergency vehicle preemption, time of day function changes and makes changes to signal coordination settings to effect traffic flow and other similarly complex functions).

• Supervise the work of other employees to ensure adherence to quality standards and proper procedures. Provide guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalations.

• Prepare and issue work schedules and duty assignments.

• Test and analyze entire signal system to ensure system is synchronized and functioning as designed.

• Rebuild and repair traffic signal controllers (e.g., pre-timed, actuated and traffic density types).

• Respond to external complaints, dealing with and responding to the public on inquiries and requests for information, including directing after hours callouts.

• Prepare and manage annual signal work plan, budget, and inventory.

• Schedule necessary training with vendors on signal components.

• Maintain and update electronic files of all traffic signals for signal timing, emergency callouts, and equipment inventory.

• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• High School Diploma or High School equivalent (HSE).

• Preferred: Associates Degree in Electronics, Computer Programming.

• Five (5) years’ experience in traffic signal systems maintenance or related experience.

• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to obtain Valid Class B Commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement.

• Must have and maintain International Municipal Signal Association Level 2 and INDOT Signal Technician Certification.

• Ability to work with public to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations.

• Ability to read and analyze diagrams, electrical drawings, and manuals.

• Ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment along with reading and interpreting manuals.

• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.

• Must be available for Winter Operations Duty.

• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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