Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Traffic Signal Technician Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PUBLIC WORKS Division PUB WORKS OPERATIONS Requisition Number 2026108 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Alpha Essential; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE07 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
$45,852 - $68,876; Depending on Qualifications and Experience
Job Description
Are you looking for a hands on career where your work makes a visible impact on your community every day? The City of Chesapeake's Public Works Traffic Operations Division is seeking a motivated and dependable Traffic Signal Technician to join our team.
As a Traffic Signal Technician, you will help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the City's traffic signal infrastructure that keeps motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency responders moving safely throughout Chesapeake. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industrial electrical experience who enjoys working outdoors, learning new technologies, and being part of a team that provides critical services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Traffic Operations team maintains more than 200 traffic signals, emergency signal systems at Fire Stations, emergency vehicle preemption systems, and school zone flashers across the City. As a Traffic Signal Technician, you will work alongside experienced technicians while developing the skills needed to build a rewarding career in traffic signal operations and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).
If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and contributing to public safety, we'd love to hear from you.
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:
Why Join Team Chesapeake?
As a Traffic Signal Technician, you'll receive hands on training, gain experience with advanced traffic technologies, and play an essential role in keeping Chesapeake's transportation network operating safely and efficiently. Every repair, installation, and maintenance activity you perform directly supports the safety of thousands of residents and visitors each day.
If you're ready to build a career in public service while working with cutting edge traffic signal technology, apply today to become the next Traffic Signal Technician with the City of Chesapeake.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in electronics or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) learner's permit within three (3) months of hire and a CDL Class B license within six (6) months of hire. Fall Protection certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician certification is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/23/2026 Job Close Date 08/06/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting N = Never Climbing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
City Vehicle, cell phone, traffic signal testing devices, computer, aerial devices, fall protection devices, and technical documents
Protective Equipment Required
Hard hat, steel-toed shoes, safety vest, and fall protection devices
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards D = Daily Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting M = Several Times Per Month Primary Work Location Shop, Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
All - Traffic Signal Technician II can provide supervision over Traffic Signal Technician I
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