Assistant Traffic Signal Supervisor (Finance)
The County of Riverside's Transportation Department is seeking an experienced Assistant Traffic Signal Supervisor (ATSS) to join the Signal Shop Division in Riverside. The incumbent will play a key leadership role in supporting and directing traffic signal maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with standards and safety protocols.
The ATSS will be responsible for training field personnel, assisting with performance evaluations, and assigning work to traffic signal crews. Duties include conducting routine maintenance on traffic signals, preparing and submitting periodic reports, maintaining intersection files, and managing maintenance manuals and inventory of all traffic signal equipment and spare parts. The ATSS will also be responsible for ordering specialized equipment as needed and ensuring the proper maintenance of signal shop vehicles.
In addition, the ATSS will assist with plan check reviews of traffic signal plans prior to construction; inspect and test signal and lighting installations constructed under contract for compliance with project plans and highway lighting standards; and draft as-built plans. The incumbent will train and instruct field personnel in safe working habits and the proper techniques for repairing and maintaining a wide range of traffic control devices.
Candidates must have direct experience in the maintenance and repair of traffic signal systems and demonstrate the ability to lead and support field crews. The department desires individuals with at least one year of full supervisory experience, along with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Applicants who have experience using Bluebeam software, hold a crane certification, or possess IMSA certifications (International Municipal Signal Association) are highly encouraged to apply.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their traffic signal maintenance career while contributing to public safety and operational excellence within Riverside County.
Meet the Team!
The Transportation Department is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.• Assist the Traffic Signal Supervisor in the supervision of subordinate employees, the day-to-day planning, assigning, scheduling, reviewing, and operational logistics; participate in employee performance evaluations and employee disciplinary matters.
• Check, service, repair, and troubleshoot controllers and other components of traffic signal systems for proper operation; check and repair intersection and sign lighting, test and replace traffic signal lamps, and conduct variety of other electrical repairs and installations; check traffic signal controllers to ensure correct timing and operation, make minor adjustments and repairs, or replace controller when necessary; pour and finish concrete bases for traffic signals.
• Assist with plan check reviews, construction inspection, submittal review, the preparation and submittal of periodic reports, the maintenance of files, and manuals and inventory of traffic signal equipment and parts.
• Prepare, review and process documents, timesheets and equipment logs; represent the department at meetings or conferences.
• Provide on-site guidance and direction, technical support, training, and instruct personnel in safe working habits, and the proper techniques of repair and maintenance of a variety of traffic control devices.
• Assist the Traffic Signal Supervisor with the conduction of a variety of electrical repairs and installations.Experience: Three years of performing traffic signal systems maintenance.
Knowledge of: The principles of electrical circuitry and electronics as they relate to traffic signal and lighting equipment; the tools, materials, standards, specifications, and methods used in installing and maintaining traffic signal equipment; state and other standards governing placement of traffic signals, signs and street lighting; safety practices and procedures.
Ability to: Understand traffic lighting installation plans and specifications and inspect construction projects for compliance; use computers and software programs; maintain detailed inventory records and prepare reports; train others in the operation, repair and maintenance of traffic signal equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work after hours and on weekends on emergency repairs.
Other Requirement: License: Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License or obtain within six months from date of hire.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 75 pounds and work at heights of at least 45 feet.
For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.
Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.This recruitment is open to all applicants.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Ebelyn Skinner at eskinner@rivco.org.
