Public Works/ Traffic - Traffic Signal Electronic Technician II

Public Works/ Traffic - Traffic Signal Electronic Technician II

Salary

$51,025.00 - $91,844.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Traffic Engineering, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09123

Department

TRAFFIC ENGINEERING

Opening Date

03/25/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring."

The City of Hampton is seeking a Traffic Signal Electronic Technician II to train others and perform highly skilled electronic and electrical work including installing various types of traffic signal control equipment. The class works under general supervision, according to set procedure, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduation or successful completion of GED, supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in electronics or a related field of study.
• Five (5) years of full-time equivalent experience in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic systems and in traffic signal electronics work or closely related experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class B (CDL) within 180 days of employment.
• IMSA II Signal certified within 18 months of hire date.
• Work Zone certified within 6 months of hire date.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

Additional Requirements

• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Outlook and Excel.
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the ICMA-RC website.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the Citys workforce.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

01

Which of the following reflects your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree or higher

02

Which of the following statements are most applicable?

• I have specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one (1) year of college in electronics or a related field of study.
• I do not have specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one (1) year of college in electronics or a related field of study.

03

Which of the options below best describes your experience in traffic signal electronics work?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7 or more years of experience

04

If selected for this position, I understand I must have Work Zone certification within six (6) months of employment.

• Yes
• No

05

If selected for this position, I understand I must be IMSA II Signal certified within 18 months of employment.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

• I currently have a CDL
• I have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment
• I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment

07

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

08

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

09

I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hamptons current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

10

This position may require working non-standard hours to include evenings and weekends. Are you willing to accept work during these times?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr