Traffic Signal Technician - EXH

Traffic Signal Technician - EXH

Salary

$58,884.80 - $70,274.88 Annually

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type

Extra Help

Job Number

26-7446-01 (O/PW)

Department

Public Works

Division

Public Works-Roads

Opening Date

05/08/2026

Closing Date

5/29/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

Description

We are currently accepting applications to fill one (1) Extra-Help Traffic Signal Technician I vacancy in Santa Barbara for the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department.

NOTE: Civil Service Rule (CSR) 905 Extra-Help Appointments. An extra-help appointment is defined as an appointment made to a non-regular, non-permanent position established on a temporary basis to meet peak loads, unusual work situations, seasonal and recurrent work, intermittent assignments, or emergencies.

Please note that the work schedule for this position will depend upon the needs of the Department.

THE POSITION: Under supervision, assists the Traffic Signal Technician II, and learns to install, modify, maintain, and repair all types of traffic signal and highway lighting systems and all electrically or electronically controlled traffic signal installations; performs field work in the overhauling and adjusting of traffic signal devices; and performs related duties as required.

The IDEAL CANDIDATE will be:

• Dependable
• Customer Service Oriented and have experience working with the public
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as a team player
• Honest and Have Great Work Ethics
• Self-motivated and Take Initiative
• Able to organize and prioritize work, and meet critical deadlines
• Ability to be open to change and new information, and adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
• Able to successfully work with managers, operations staff and vendors, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and personalities
• Experienced in driving and operating a bucket truck, and have an electronics background
• Able to track and maintain inventory
• Flexibility, a positive attitude, and an impeccable character
• Ability to analyze problems, consider possible solutions, and decide the best course of action

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY OPERATIONAL AREA: On a day-to-day basis, the Traffic Signal Technician will travel between North County and South County work sites. The Santa Barbara Operational Area includes: Carpinteria, Goleta, Lompoc, Los Olivos, Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Santa Ynez.

Public Works Department

The Countys Public Works Department employees are committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve. The Department is comprised of five Divisions: Administration, Resource Recovery & Waste Management, Surveyors Office, Transportation, and Water Resources. To learn more about the Public Works Department, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/184/Public-Works.

Examples of Duties

• Installs, maintains, and repairs highway traffic signal systems, including wiring, conduits, poles, heads, controllers, switches, vehicle detectors, and does special illumination and painting in connection with these signals.
• Installs and repairs highway lighting systems and other electrically or electronically controlled installations.
• Makes detailed checks of traffic signals and highway lighting systems to locate trouble or the causes of failure; replaces parts where failure or damage occurs.
• Inspects and tests both signal and lighting systems for proper functioning; and may act as inspector on traffic signal installations under contract.
• Prepares lists of materials needed; makes daily work reports and keeps simple records.

Employment Standards

• Completion of technical, vocational, or college coursework in electronics or electrical engineering; OR,
• Experience in the installation and repair of electric or electronic control devices; OR,
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class B Drivers License is required within 30 days of appointment. Appointees to this class series will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs prior to beginning work; once on the job, incumbents will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs and/or alcohol on a random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up basis.

Knowledge of: electrical theory and practice, including minor power, lighting, and control circuits; materials, methods and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of electric and electronic control devices; methods, materials and equipment used in minor electrical construction and repair; safe driving practices; and safe work practices as related to working with electrical and electronic components.

Ability to: install, maintain and repair basic electric or electronic control devices; perform minor electrical construction and repair; read and interpret electrical or electronic schematic diagrams; troubleshoot basic electrical circuits; maintain simple records; learn installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal and highway lighting systems; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbents in these classifications may be exposed to a variety of hazardous and/or unpleasant field conditions, including: wet, rainy, cold, or hot weather; and traffic. Work in these classifications requires various types of physical exertion, such as: prolonged bending, stooping, and lifting; and driving vehicles and/or equipment for long periods of time.

Supplemental Information

Application Procedure: Interested applicants should complete the questionnaire and submit it along with a resume and cover letter to the Public Works contact listed below. Candidates will be evaluated for employment standards and will be considered on a rolling basis as positions are available.

Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor or a learning institution.

Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to:

Public Works Contact:

Gary Smart

Traffic Engineer

gsmart@countyofsb.org

Deadline to apply: May 29, 2026

Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at: www.sbcountyjobs.com.

Kim Clark, Human Resources Specialist, kiclark@countyofsb.org

Retirement Plans

• Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
• Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
• For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ and http://www.santabarbara457.com

Health Benefits

• Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
• Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
• Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• For more information on our health benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4012/Health-Benefits

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
• Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
• Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
• Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
• For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• County Paid Term Life Insurance
• County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Childcare and Employee Discounts
• Relocation Assistance may apply
• Flexible work schedule may apply
• For more information on all of these benefits, please visit:https://www.countyofsb.org/4013/24636/WorkLife-Benefits

Compensation Summary

• To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/3087/Engineers-Technicians-Association
• This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

Employer County of Santa Barbara

Address 1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcounty