Traffic Signal Technician 2 (District 4 Traffic Department), PN's 20055279, 20054268

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.      

ODOT's Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.

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notification systems, devices %26amp; components using alternating current (AC), direct current (DC) %26amp; solar power %26amp; other electrical devices%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EUtilizing diagnostic test equipment to determine scope of repair %26amp;/or initiates %26amp; maintains contact with Ohio Utilities Protection Services (OUPS) to determine location of existing utilities prior to installation of cabling or poles and reviews OUPS tickets %26amp; determines validity through computer software %26amp; communication with contractors/excavators%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EResponsible for face-to-face contact with public, school officials, etc. during repairs %26amp;/or maintenance%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EActs as lead worker%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E over lower-level Traffic Technician(s) %26amp;/or other employees assigned to work crew in maintenance, rebuilding, repair %26amp; 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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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-Undergraduate core in electrical engineering or engineering and transportation technology; 12 mos. exp. troubleshooting/ maintaining &/or repairing of electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver’s license without air brake restriction required.

- Associate core in electrical engineering or engineering and transportation technology; 18 mos. exp. troubleshooting/maintaining &/or repairing of electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver’s license without air brake restriction required. 

-Or 36 mos. trg. &/or exp. in troubleshooting/maintaining &/or repairing electrical circuits & traffic signal components; valid Class B commercial driver’s license without air brake restriction required. 

-24 mos. exp. as a Traffic Signal Technician 1; valid Class B commercial driver’s license without air brake restriction required. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Transportation

Technical Skills:  Transportation

Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Teamwork

Job Skills: Transportation

Technical Skills:  Transportation

Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Teamwork

 

 

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•    ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
•    This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.
•    All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period.
•    Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.
•    The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
•    All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) which prohibits the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.
•    In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 382.703, selected applicants for this position are required to register as a driver in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at the following link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register

 

Training and Development Required to Remain in the Classification After Employment: Must maintain Class B Commercial Driver's License without airbrake restriction regulated by Section 4506 of Ohio Revised Code

Unusual Working Conditions:  Exposed to electrical hazards; works outside & exposed to inclement weather (e.g., temperature extremes, ice, snow, rain), rough terrain, dust, dirt, fumes & noise; may be exposed to poisonous plants, inspects, rodents, & snakes; may be exposed to moving traffic & motoring public; may be exposed to unpleasant surroundings (e.g., sewage, confined space); may be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week; may require overnight travel; may be required to work at heights up to 300 fee above ground/water.

 

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Job Details
Organization: Transportation - District 04
Agency Contact Name and Information: DOTD04.HumanResources
Unposting Date: Aug 3, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location: District 4 HQ, 2088 South Arlington Street, Akron, 44306
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Summit County
Compensation: $27.56
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 7:00AM-3:30PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Transportation
Technical Skills: Transportation
Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Teamwork