Traffic Control Technician

Personnel Board of Jefferson County

Traffic Control Technician installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signals for Jefferson County, Alabama’s civil service system. Troubleshooting electrical malfunctions across Birmingham, Homewood, and Jefferson County agencies.

Posted 8/16/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $41 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in installing and repairing traffic signals, streetlights, and related electrical systems, with a strong focus on troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. Proficient in reading electrical schematics and utilizing diagnostic tools to ensure safe and efficient traffic operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Traffic Signal InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingMultimeter UsageClass B CDL AcquisitionElectrical Circuit Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Traffic Signal RepairPreventative MaintenanceElectrical Schematics InterpretationAC and DC FundamentalsIndustrial ElectronicsDigital Electronic FundamentalsTroubleshooting TechniquesElectrical Circuit WorkVoltage Experience (120v to 480v)Physical Exertion Capability

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Multimeter

Certifications & Qualifications

Driver's LicenseClass B CDL

Industry Keywords

Traffic Control DevicesStreet SignsStreetlightsSurveillance CamerasConstruction Worksites

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install and repair traffic signals, intersections, streetlights, and street signs
Perform preventative maintenance on traffic control devices by cleaning components, checking function, clearing brush/debris, and replacing parts
Prepare daily activities by communicating work needs, creating activity logs, documenting inventory, and ensuring safe work practices
Participate in installation of traffic signals, street lights, street signs, and surveillance cameras
Troubleshoot traffic signal and intersection malfunctions using tests and diagnostics to identify solutions and restore proper traffic operation
Work under the general supervision of a Senior Traffic Control Technician
Perform work in workshops, warehouses, stations, and external construction worksites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Driver's license
Must be able to acquire a Class B CDL within the first six months of employment
Coursework in Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) fundamentals
Coursework in related electrical/electronic subjects, such as digital electronic fundamentals, troubleshooting techniques, industrial electronics, or computer hardware repair
Work experience reading and interpreting electrical or electronic schematics and blueprints
Work experience in electrical and electronics troubleshooting
Experience working with voltages from 120v to 480v
Experience using a multimeter
Experience working with electricity and electrical circuits
Ability to perform moderate physical exertion, including lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work near roadway traffic and in extreme hot or cold temperatures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental insurance
Employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension)
Generous paid holidays
Sick leave
Vacation leave
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits packages