Traffic Technician I

Traffic Technician I

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Traffic Technician I

Salary

$42,536.00 - $52,291.20 Annually

Location

Charlottesville (22903), VA

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

260100008

Department

Public Works Department

Division

Traffic Operations

Opening Date

01/29/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

Labor and Trades

• Description
• Benefits
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General Summary

The City's Traffic Technician I performs a variety of entry-level technical and administrative tasks in support of traffic operations related to the maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement of traffic signals, controllers, wiring, pedestrian signals, and other equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Traffic Supervisor.

The preferred hiring amount for this position is between $20.45 - $25.14 an hour ($42,536.00 - $52,291.20 annually). This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits .
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Performs and assists in general maintenance of outside traffic infrastructure.
• Supports the planning, maintenance, and completion of activities related to the repair, installation, replacement, troubleshooting, testing, and general maintenance of traffic signals, streetlights, controllers, wiring, pedestrian signals, flashing beacons, cameras, signs, and other field equipment; including reviewing job site, investigation, safety concerns, materials and equipment needed.
• Follows work order process and assignments to manufacture customized signs, utilizing specialized software and equipment, and/or by hand as needed, to assemble materials, equipment and supplies, and produce signs and installing according to instructions ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Assists in setting up and maintaining temporary traffic controls based on established guidelines and safety practices.
• Organizes workshop and supply area, maintaining a clean work environment.
• Prepares documentation and general reports as needed, including inputting and reviewing information in work order system.
• Operates and conducts maintenance of specialized equipment, which may also include snow removal equipment; and operates a vehicle in the performance of job duties.
• Supports and responds to emergency operations, inclement weather, special events and other situations as needed and called.
• Subject to be called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education, Experience and Skills

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• High school diploma or GED AND some experience completing general work orders and routine equipment maintenance.

OR

• 3 years of experience completing general work orders and routine equipment maintenance.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record according to city criteria.
• Must obtain and maintain a CDL with Tanker endorsement, within 6 months of hire.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I Certification within 6 months of hire or upon availability of training.
• IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level I Certification within 6 months of hire or upon availability of training.
• Obtain and maintain Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) Safety-Basic level certification within 3 months of hire or upon availability of training.
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug test.
• Position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations upon receiving CDL.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

Job Knowledge

• Obtain knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the installation, repair and maintenance of street signs, electronic traffic control equipment and streetlights.
• Working knowledge of safety precautions and operational hazards related to the electrical trade.
• Working knowledge of electrical work, wiring, and maintenance principles.
• Working knowledge of Miss Utility requirements.
• Working knowledge of construction related equipment, tools, and design specifications.

Reading

• Intermediate: Ability to read and understand written materials such as processes and instructions for installing, repairing and maintenance of electrical devices, equipment and safety hazards and guidelines.

Writing

• Basic: Ability to write basic or simple reports, using proper spelling, numbers, names, and addresses, and provide accurate information for decision making.

Math

• Intermediate: Ability to work with and understand number systems; simple formulas, practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurements.

Communication Skills

• Basic: Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, city staff, vendors, contractors, and the public. Provides information that assists others in making decisions, explains issues and/or concepts with clarity and listens to ideas and solutions and applies to job tasks. Provides standard information to and interacts with others outside direct reporting relationships on procedures or general policies.

Independence and Decision-Making

• Requires General Direction: Normally performs the job by following general instructions or established standard operating procedures and/or policies when responding to general service needs, problems, or issues. Situations that are not within standard operating procedures are reviewed with higher level technician or supervisor.

Technical Skills

• Skilled in electrical wiring and electronics related to traffic signals. Standard practical knowledge of technical field and skills appropriate to assigned and apparent job responsibilities. Entry-level skill in the use of Microsoft Office applications and departmental software.

Fiscal Responsibilities

• Does not have fiscal responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Other Characteristics

• Organization and time management, sometimes under strict time constraints.
• Exacting and tedious work.
• Works closely with others as part of a team.
• Subject to weather and non-weather emergency response.
• May be required to work additional hours outside normal schedule.
• May require employees to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Physical Conditions & Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Requires extensive physical activities which include balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, heavy lifting, gross and fine motor skills.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information involving position duties.
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware:

• Shop computer graphics software and equipment associated with making signs.
• Equipment and tools used in the repair, testing and troubleshooting of streetlighting, traffic signals, signs and controls.
• Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a shop and outdoors where there is exposure to mechanical equipment, dust/dirt, fumes, hazardous materials, moving mechanical parts, electrical systems, inclement weather, high and low temperatures, wet or humid conditions, inadequate lighting, loud noise, in or around traffic/roadways, and/or in high or precarious places.
• The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.); and any other equipment as apparent or assigned.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov.

The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City's policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City's policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana.

SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Updated February 9, 2026

Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits.

1. LEAVE:

Vacation: Need some time off? Use it, you earned it:

Years Worked

0 - <3

3 - <5

5 - <10

10 - <15

15 - <20

20 - <25

25

• Hours Accrued Biweekly

3.09

3.85

4.62

5.4

6.16

6.93

7.7

Sick: Under the weather? Earn 4.62 hours biweekly, approximately 120 hours a year, with no limit on accumulation to be used to care for yourself and qualifying family members.

Holidays: Enjoy 13 paid holidays per year. Including 1 Floating Holiday, which must be taken during the Fiscal Year (July 1 - June 30):

OBSERVED CITY HOLIDAYS

New Years Day

Dr. Martin Luther King Day

Presidents? Day

Liberation & Freedom Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Friday after Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

1 Floating Holiday

Volunteer Leave: Paid leave for participating in an authorized event as a volunteer, subject to Section 9-3, Code of Ethics & Conflicts of Interest. Regular full-time employees receive up to 8 hours and all regular part-time employees are eligible to receive pro-rated leave each available each calendar year.

2. INSURANCE:

Aetna Medical Plans: Coverage is effective on the first of the month following date of hire.

+ Choose from two options:

• Select HMO with City-funded HRA ($0 premium for employee-only coverage)
• Choice POS ($13.02 biweekly premium for employee-only coverage)
• Prescription Card: ($10 generic, $30 lower cost name brand,$55 higher cost name brand, 20% up to $150 for specialty drugs)
• Mail Order Maintenance Prescription Drug Program ($20 generic, $60lower cost name brand, $110 higher cost brand) not available for specialty drugs)

Delta Dental Plan:

• Diagnostic and Preventative?100% of allowable charge; Basic Dental Care-80%; Major Dental Care- 50%
• Primary - $50 deductible, 80/20; Prosthetic and Complex Restorative -$50, 50/50
• $1,500 Annual benefit maximum
• $1,000 Orthodontic benefit (children to age 19)

MetLife Vision Plan: (Optional)

• $2.50 premium paid bi-weekly for employee-only coverage. Dependent care coverage also available.
• Eye health exam, dilatation, prescription and refraction of glasses covered after $10 co-pay
• $130 allowance for frames, after co-pay, plus additional discounts where accepted.

Life Insurance: In the event of your death, your beneficiary will receive twice your annual salary. Supplementary policies for you and your dependents are available.

Long-Term Disability: U pon approval for along-term illness or injury, you can receive up to 60% of your earnings after a 90-day wait period.

Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance; Short-Term Disability; Identity Theft Protection

3. RETIREMENT:

Pension:

+ Choose from two (2) options:

• A Defined Benefit Pension plan pays a monthly benefit in retirement using a defined formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age. Our plan has a 5-year vesting period and an employee contribution of 5% of salary.
• A Defined Contribution 401a plan in which fixed contributions are paid into an individual's account by the employer, the contributions are invested, returns (positive or negative) are credited to the account, and the account balance is used to provide retirement benefits. The vesting schedule for our 401a plan is 33% after one year of service, 67% after two years of service, and 100% vesting after three years of service. There is no required contribution from salary. (Note: the Defined Contribution retirement plan is the only plan available for Library employees).

Supplement: Deferred Compensation 457 available for you to invest your own money for additional retirement savings.

4. VOLUNTARY:

Wellness:

• Gym Membership Reimbursement Program (up to $34.00 per month)
• Bicycle Commuter Program: Reimbursement up to $20 per month for reasonable bicycle commuting expenses
• Online wellness resources and Lunch-and-Learn Sessions

Employee Assistance Program:

• A variety of confidential, personal professional services for you and your family available 24 hours a day.

Tuition Reimbursement:

• Up to $1,500 for job-related certificates, trade programs, undergraduate coursework or up to $3,000 for graduate level courses per fiscal year for career-related courses.

Flexible Spending Accounts:

• Expense accounts available for healthcare, dependent care and parking/mass transit.

01

Do you have at least a High School Diploma or GED? (Must be verifiable in reference to the Education History section of your online application)

• Yes; I have a High School Diploma or higher.
• Yes; I have a GED.
• No.

02

How many years of experience do you have completing general work order requests and performing routine equipment maintenance? (Must be verifiable in reference to the Work History section of your online application.)

• No experience related to this position.
• Less than three (3) years.
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years.
• Five (5) years or greater.

03

This position requires driving to perform essential job duties and requires a valid driver's license. The candidate selected for this position must meet the driver eligibility requirements of the City and must provide a certified copy of their DMV driving record. Do you possess a valid driver's license and are you willing to provide a certified copy of your DMV driving record, if selected as a finalist, for the City to confirm your driving eligibility?

• Yes; I possess a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.
• No; However, I am willing and able to obtain a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.
• No; I do not have a valid driver's license, nor am I willing or able to obtain one, and/or am not willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.

04

Do you have, OR are you able to obtain, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months, if hired?

• Yes; I currently possess a valid Class A CDL.
• Yes; I can obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months, if hired.
• No; I cannot obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months, if hired.

05

Do you have a IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I Certification?

• Yes; I have a IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 Certification.
• No; However, I have the ability to obtain a IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 Certification within 6 months of hire.
• No; I do not have a IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 Certification, nor am I willing to obtain one.

06

Do you have a IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level 1 Certification?

• Yes; I have a IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level 1 Certification.
• No; However, I have the ability to obtain a IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level 1 Certification within 12 months of hire.
• No; I do not have a IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level 1 Certification, nor am I willing to obtain one.

07

To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but should not be used as a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume may not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications should be stated on the employment application itself.

• Yes
• No

08

I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer

City of Charlottesville

Address

P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902

Phone

(434) 970-3490

Website

http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs