Address: 2599 S Fiandaca
Tucson, AZ 85713

Unit: Southcentral Traffic Operations

Salary: $ 68,508.86 - $ 73,508.86

Anticipated Salary: $ 73,508.86

Grade: 22

Closing Date: 11/13/2024

Supervises and performs the performance of the inspection, maintenance, and repair of one or more of the following: traffic signals, lighting, Bluestake, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), tunnel, pump stations. This position requires employees to participate in rotation based 24 hour call back program. Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

Performs and supervises electrical, electronic and/or mechanical duties related to routine and non-routine preventive maintenance of traffic signals,
illumination, and telecommunications systems; revamp/installation of traffic signal, illumination, ITS and telecommunications systems (betterment),
tunnel and pump station system.

Plans work/crew assignments. Documents work performed and/or inspected. Evaluates employee performance, hire staff and administers progressive
discipline, coach and mentor subordinate staff. Confers and coordinates with other crew members.

Approves project planning, materials and equipment acquisition, organizes external resources. Red lines plans and infrastructure database management.

Ensures subordinates receive all applicable training.

Authority to approve emergency repairs on traffic signal, roadway illuminations, ITS, telecommunication systems, tunnels and pump station systems.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge in:
-The use, care and maintenance of common and specialized tools, equipment and materials related to the trade.
-Plans, sketches and schematics of electrical, electronic, mechanical and utility systems.
-National and local electrical codes.
-Common safety practices.
-Electrical and electronic theory and trade practices.
-Identifying material and tooling needs.
-Job planning, layout and time estimation.
-Traffic engineering principles and guidelines.
-Supervisory principles and practices.
-The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the Arizona supplement documents.
-Budget practices and inventory control.

Skill in:
-Applying and making interpretations of federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
-Advanced level electrical wiring and repair.
-Using proper materials and tools, vehicles, and equipment to perform work activities within established work methods.
-Oral and written communications.
-Analyzing the functioning of the traffic system as a whole and making recommendations for improvements.
-Interpersonal relationships and mentoring lower level employees.
-Comprehending complex engineering documents.
-Maintaining accountability within the work unit.

Ability to:
-Perform tasks, comprehend directions and work under minimal direction.
-Use proper materials, tools, vehicles, and equipment specific to work activity and to convey that knowledge to others.
-Plan, coordinate, analyze, and perform multiple complex tasks.
-Utilize computer systems to identify and solve complex problems and devise solutions.
-Correctly utilize and identify traffic control methods, practices and procedures.
-Understand and comply with Federal, State and agency laws, rules regulations, policies and procedures.
-Apply safe practices and acceptable public contact/customer service practices to the workplace.
-Apply and interpret procedures and practices established for the work section.
-Comprehend, apply and be competent in participating in training other employees in skills needed on the job.
-Comply with all safety rules, regulations and established practices.
-Apply self-study to increase and expand knowledge base.
-Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

• Associates degree in a applicable field of study
• Supervisor level electrical/electronics background
• 3 years of experience equivalent to a Signal Lighting and Technical Electrical Tech 3

• SLATE'S must have successfully completed the CDL permit exam at time of appointment and obtain an Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of appointment
• High school diploma/GED

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.