ITS TECHNICIAN

ITS TECHNICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY

The ITS Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and ensuring reliable operation of ITS infrastructure - such as traffic signals, sensors, cameras, detection systems, communications equipment, and associated control systems. Works both in the field and in control/utility enclosures, often under varying environmental and physical conditions. Must follow safety regulations and use specialized machinery and tools when required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, align, calibrate, and maintain ITS equipment including traffic signals, variable message signs, CCTV cameras, detection sensors, radar, weather stations, signal cabinets and communication links.
• Inspect routine ITS devices to identify wear, damage, or malfunction; perform preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, network, and communications issues to restore service.
• Respond to system failures, emergency breakdowns, or malfunctions outside regular business hours as needed.
• Read and interpret engineering and electrical diagrams, signal plans, network topologies, vendor specifications.
• Document all work: maintenance logs, repair records, parts used, system performance metrics, incident reports.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and supplies; order replacements.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility providers, city or state agencies, traffic management, under supervision and approval from management.
• Operate specialized service vehicles and machinery - including bucket trucks, aerial lifts - as required to access elevated or otherwise hard-to-reach devices.
• Always Follow safety protocols; use personal protective equipment; ensure safe operation of equipment and safe work zones especially near traffic.
• Other duties may be assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily in the field: intersections, roadways, signal poles, utility poles, heights, outdoor sites.
• Also in indoor spaces: signal cabinets, communications closets, control rooms.
• Exposure to all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind, possibly snow).
• High exposure to traffic, noise, and vehicle emissions when working near or on roadways.
• Elevated work areas: using ladders, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, climbing poles/signal arms.
• Sometimes work during off hours (nights, weekends, emergencies).
• Possible exposure to electrical hazards, moving parts, vibration, and sometimes confined spaces.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Frequent walking over uneven terrain, road shoulders, sidewalks, site to site.
• Climbing ladders, poles, signal arms; working at heights using aerial lifts or bucket trucks.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting torso.
• Reaching overhead and outstretched arms, reaching above shoulder height.
• Fine motor skills: handling small parts, connectors, wiring, making adjustments.
• Lifting and carrying tools, equipment, parts; regular loads up to ~50 lbs (sometimes heavier with assistance or equipment).
• Pushing and pulling heavy or bulky items or cables.
• Ability to climb into and out of lift buckets or platforms; maintaining balance in elevated positions.
• Operating controls (manual or powered) of bucket trucks / aerial lifts.
• Ability to use safety equipment: harnesses, lanyards, protective gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, insulated gloves where needed.
• Vision requirements: near vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception.
• Hearing and speech sufficient to interact safely: hearing traffic, machinery, alarms, speaking clearly to coworkers, using radios.
• Comfortable working in variable weather while elevated or on equipment (wind, cold, heat).
• Dexterity and coordination to safely handle the machinery movement, boom controls, platform stabilization.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• One year certificate from college or technical school preferred.
• OSHA 10 Minimum, 30 preferred.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or associate degree in electrical, electronics, telecommunications, or related field preferred.
• Experience with ITS or similar systems (traffic signals, detection sensors, communication networks).
• Valid driver’s license; good driving record.
• Certifications for working at heights / aerial work platform / bucket truck operation (or ability to become certified).
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations (OSHA, DOT, utility safety), electrical code, traffic control/safety.
• Ability to read technical diagrams & documentation; good computer & network skills.
• Physically able to perform field work under various environmental conditions.
• Good problem-solving, ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to Install and proficiency wire a cabinet. (Signal cable, detection loops, ped poles, preemption equipment, Video Detection Systems, Wavetronix radars, etc.)
• Install and proficiency wire traffic signal heads.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must possess relevant certifications required for the role.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Test
• Must demonstrate eligibility to work in U.S.
• Possession of Valid Driver's License is required for this role. At times, CDL Class will be required.

WHY JOIN US? WE HAVE MANY BENEFITS:

• Up to two weeks of paid time off every calendar year (10 days total). Eligibility to earn +1 day every calendar year after employee’s 3-year anniversary.
• Several paid company holidays
• Individual Health Coverage for the employee and for other coverage levels, including spouse, children and family.
• Dental coverage plan,
• Vision coverage plan,
• Critical Illness coverage plan,
• Accidental Injury coverage plan,
• Hospital Care Indemnity coverage plan,
• Short Term Disability Insurance (SICE Inc. currently offers 100% premium contribution)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (SICE Inc. currently offers 100% premium contribution)
• Eligibility to participate in SICE’s 401K Plan, with 50% employer match.
• Training and Growth opportunities.