Traffic Signal Technician

Traffic Signal Technician

Salary

$60,081.23 - $67,591.37 Annually

Location

Bismarck, ND

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600085

Department

Public Works Service Operations

Division

Traffic Signals

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Description

Traits required to succeed in this role: self-starter, work independently with minimum supervision, problem solver, and also to work as a member of a team. Both written and verbal communication is necessary to complete daily tasks; communication with co-workers, supervisors, and the public is a must.

This position requires a variety of specialized tasks including, but not limited to, good computer skills, configuring signal controllers, Ethernet switches, vehicle detectors, emergency vehicle detectors, setting mast arms, span wire, pedestrian poles, traffic signal equipment, troubleshooting, exposing and repairing underground faults, working in an aerial lift truck repairing whiteway and traffic signal heads and various equipment. Locating and marking City utilities with flags and paint using various locating methods such as GIS, computers, maps, and locating equipment. Work with a wide variety of electrical/electronic testing and measuring devices for the purpose of trouble shooting and repairing malfunctions in traffic control and/or white way equipment.

Typical Hours/Days: 7:00 am - 3:30pm or 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday. Hours and Days will vary with weather events, seasonal work, on-call schedule, and emergencies.

Examples of Duties

• Troubleshoots and repairs street and parking lot lights; replaces bulbs, fuses and fixtures.
• Prepares, assembles, installs, inspects and troubleshoots traffic cabinets, traffic signal equipment and hardware.
• Locates underground utilities as requests.
• Installs, programs and maintains traffic signal camera systems.
• Programs traffic signal controllers.
• Responds to complaints from the public regarding traffic signals and street lights.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Installs and maintains school crossing systems.
• Tests, repairs and maintains traffic signal communication equipment.
• Operates an aerial lift truck.
• Establishes safe work zones at work sites.
• Conducts traffic counts and observations.
• Assists in maintaining an inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Supplemental Information

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. City of Bismarck does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Knowledge of traffic control system principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the repair, maintenance and installation of electronic and electrical traffic signal equipment and fiber optics.
• Knowledge of traffic cabinets, traffic controllers, school zone flashers, and other equipment utilized in traffic operations.
• Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Knowledge of safety rules and precautions related to electrical hazards and equipment operations.
• Knowledge of computerized communications networking principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the development and interpretation of wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

City of Bismarck Benefits Summary

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have technical/trade school, along with three years of electrical, electromechanical or electronicswork experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience (i.e. 5 years of related experience)?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently possess a class B license (with air brake endorsement) or Class B permit (with air brake endorsement)? Note: Applicants must obtain a valid Class B North Dakota drivers license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of accepting employment.

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of on-the-job electrical or electronic experience do you have?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-8 years
• 9 years or more

05

Do you have experience locating underground utilities?

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of work experience do you have that required manual labor?

• None
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

07

How many years of experience do you have working for a municipality?

• None
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

08

What educational degrees or certificates do you have in the electrical or electronics field? You must upload and attach certificates/transcripts.

• None
• Electronics Technology Certificate
• Electric/Electrical/Electronics AAS Degree

09

How many years of on-the-job traffic signal or roadway lighting (street lighting) experience do you have?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-8 years
• 9 years or more

Required Question

Employer Bismarck, City of (ND)

Address 221 North 5th Street

PO Box 5503

Bismarck, North Dakota, 58506

Phone 701-355-1333

Website https://www.bismarcknd.gov/