Traffic Signal Technician

About the Role

Performs skilled electronics and electrical maintenance, repair, and testing on traffic signals, parking/traveler information systems, and intelligent transportation systems for the City of Burbank.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, program, repair, install, and maintain traffic signal and ITS equipment (controllers, detectors, signal heads, cameras, fiber optic cabling, and more)
• Dig/pour foundations and build/install devices and wiring for traffic operations
• Inspect contract work, prepare records and reports, and respond to emergency repairs after hours
• Follow and enforce safety procedures; may train, supervise, and evaluate other employees

Requirements

• Knowledge of traffic signal/ITS systems, the National Electrical Code, Cal/OSHA, and California MUTCD standards
• Ability to read schematic diagrams and communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Must be able to operate a Public Works bucket truck (275 lb. weight limit applies; a weigh-in occurs during recruitment)

Recruitment Process

Open competitive recruitment. Tentative exam dates: blind application/supplemental scoring the week of 10/12/26, performance examination the week of 10/19/26 (subject to change).

Pay

$74,399–$102,559/year.