The City of Lenexa Public Works department is accepting applications for a full time Traffic Technician. The ideal candidate will:

• Be detail and task oriented
• Make safety a top priority
• Embrace and support the City of Lenexa’s values

Why come work with us? At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the City’s core values – integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in to deliver exceptional customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to work on projects that impact and support the community we serve.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing technical maintenance and labor on the City's traffic signal, street lighting and traffic sign infrastructure. Work is performed under direct supervision and is frequently reviewed by visual inspection of completed tasks.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs supervised preventive maintenance, follows scheduled maintenance activities, responds to emergency maintenance situations and follows directives and work orders from supervisors.
• Assists with signal timing adjustments and installation of controllers and traffic signal equipment.
• Assembles, repairs and installs traffic signals, streetlight poles, luminaries and cabinets.
• Assists with installation and maintenance of fiber optic systems and communication systems (including wireless and closed-loop components) under supervision.
• Assists with the fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signs and pavement markings as needed.
• Collects traffic data in the field including manual turning movement counts, 24-hour machine counts, speed counts, classification counts, etc.
• Maintains accurate time and production records for activities by utilizing asset management software.
• Assists with the maintenance of inventory systems for traffic signals, streetlights and signs.
• Assist with the City’s special events as necessary.
• Performs “walk-around inspections” on equipment prior to operation, replenishes fluid levels and completes required log. Operates all machinery in a safe and judicious manner according to the manufacturer's operation manual. Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to assigned equipment as needed. Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Subject to overtime and callbacks related to traffic signals, streetlights, weather and other emergencies including weekends, before and after hours and holidays.
• Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.

Additional Examples of Work Performed

• Fieldwork may involve installing signs, pounding poles, repairing signals and streetlight equipment and troubleshooting problems with electronic/electrical equipment.
• Operates and maintains various types of equipment as well as required tools (hand, power and pneumatic).
• Utilizes proper electrical test equipment and operates various types of equipment and tools as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Compliance with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• One year of construction, electrical or traffic systems experience.
• Possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with required air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within six months.
• Clean driving record.
• Level I IMSA certification for each: “Traffic Signal Technician,” “Roadway Lighting Technician” and “Signs and Pavement Markings Technician” or ability to obtain within 18 months of employment.
• Possession of NIMS level ICS100 and ICS700 trainings or ability to obtain in one year.
• Possession of Work Zone Safety Certification including flagging within one year of hire.

Desired:

• One year of traffic systems experience; OR completion of an Associate of Science degree (or equivalent) in electronics. Technical electronics training may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience with microprocessor and electronic traffic signal system controller equipment.
• Knowledge of computer interface as related to traffic systems software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, asset management tracking systems, ESRI products and related computerized traffic programs.
• Knowledge of Flexi Sign Plus or other sign production software programs.
• Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

Compensation and Benefits
Hiring range is from $46,148 to $53,498 annually dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Clothing allowance (jeans, shirts, jackets) - $400 annually
• Boot allowance - $170 annually
• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• A pension plan via the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum of 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of parental leave at full pay
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
• Free employee membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

To apply please complete an online application and include a resume AND cover letter. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.