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Los Angeles County

TRAFFIC SIGNAL ELECTRICIAN, PUBLIC WORKS

Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


EXAM NUMBER:

C3686KTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:

We will begin accepting applications on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING. A Traffic Signal Electrician, Public Works is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:

Installs traffic signal controller cabinets, service pedestals, and traffic signal poles

by digging and pouring concrete foundations, setting pull boxes, laying conduit, and pulling wires through the safe operation of necessary tools (e.g, hand tools, battery operated power tools, etc.), mobile equipment, and vehicles (e.g., dump trucks, mobile cranes, etc.) to ensure traffic signals, highway lighting, and related systems across Los Angeles County are put in place and functioning safely and effectively.Supervises crew of skilled and semi-skilled technicians

(e.g., Traffic Technicians I & II) by exercising technical supervisory responsibilities (e.g., advising, overseeing, and inspecting installation and repair projects, etc.) to guarantee all traffic signal control mechanisms, lighting conduits and equipment are operating properly and efficiently, and are in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and departmental procedures and guidelines.Installs, modifies, maintains and repairs traffic signals, highway lighting and related electronic and digital electronic systems

(e.g., micro-processor based controllers, printed circuit boards, solid state and mechanical switches, detectors, time clocks, flashers, lighting conduits, etc.) independently at a journeyman level, by following prescribed plans, specifications, and manufacturer instructions; adhering to the National Electrical Code (NEC); and utilizing necessary tools and equipment (e.g., hand tools, battery operated power tools, electrical/electronic test equipment, etc.) to ensure traffic signals, highway lighting, and related systems across Los Angeles County are functioning safely and effectively.Tests and inspects all traffic signal equipment

(e.g., traffic signal controllers, printed circuit boards, etc.) by operating various types of instruments (e.g., prom programmers, ammeters, Volt-ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators, etc.) and inspecting the installation work of subordinates (e.g., Traffic Technician I & II, Electrical Helpers, Road Laborers, etc.) to ensure traffic signals, highway lighting, and related systems across Los Angeles County are in conformance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and functioning safely and effectively.Maintains accurate work and supply records

by tracking and documenting assignment status (i.e., detailing what work was performed at a given location and when), resource requirements, and usage (e.g., tools, equipment, etc.), via handwritten logs to accurately capture historical data and allow for the planning and evaluation of projects and inventory control of available materials.Safely operates Los Angeles County automotive equipment

(e.g., truck, manlift/platform, combination truck unit with trailer, etc.) to and from work sites by maintaining a valid California Class C driver license and ensuring the safe and responsible operation of vehicles to transport necessary tools, equipment, materials, and personnel to and from work sites.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Option I:

An Associate's degree in Digital Electronics from an accredited college and two years of experience in repairing the component level of microprocessor-based computers and related equipment. An associate's degree is equivalent to 60 semester or 90 quarter units.Option II:

Completion of a military service electronics school training program and two years of experience in repairing the component level of micro-processor based computers and related equipment.Option III:

Five years in the electrical trade with at least one year at the journey-level in construction or maintenance of traffic signals.Option IV:

Completion of at least four years of a recognized electrical apprentice training program.Option V:

Two years of experience as a Traffic Technician I or one year at the level of Traffic Technician II with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works.LICENSE:A valid California Class C Driver License is required. Some positions in the class may require possession of a valid California Class A Driver License.PHYSICAL CLASS:4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:VISION: Keen color perception.EXAMINATION CONTENT:This examination will consist of two parts:Part I:

A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted

30%

assessing:AchievementProfessional PotentialResponsibilityTeamworkFollowing instructionsPart II:

A job knowledge test weighted

70%

assessing:

Numerical CalculationMechanical InsightProfessional/Technical Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)Professional/Technical Knowledge of Electrical/Electromechanical Theory & EquipmentAPPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the

Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY.

Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.CONTACT INFORMATION:Department Contact Name: Joann LalDepartment Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141Department Contact Email: Jlal@dpw.lacounty.govADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2178California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922#J-18808-Ljbffr