Uniform Traffic Control Technician

Salary

$25.96 - $33.10 Hourly

Location

116 S. Arnold Rd, PCB, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00632

Department

Public Works

Division

CRA

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Description

This position is advanced level work in the installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of computerized rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) systems and related apparatus. Employees in this job perform in accordance with standard practices and assignments that may be accompanied by sketches, blueprints, or schematics, with work also arising out of inspections and troubleshooting. Work is performed under the general direction of the Manager.

Examples of Duties

• Performs work required to install new RRFB's and systems including but not limited to microprocessor-based controllers, wiring, support poles, and fiber optics.

• Performs RRFB work repairs, overhauling and rebuilding complex electronic or electrical equipment and components.

• Performs emergency and routine field servicing of complex crosswalk equipment, streetlights, and often operating or working from an aerial bucket truck.

Ensures compliance with the national manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

• Calculates lead times on equipment repairs and request materials, supplies or manpower as required and maintains related records and logs of repair/maintenance activities.

• Maintains and reports inventory balances of critical parts.

• The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the City and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Maintains accurate and detailed work logs.

• Installs traffic control signs in accordance with the "Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices."

• Travels CRA roadways inspecting traffic signs for compliance with standards including condition, placement, and visibility.

• Performs duties at times under extremely heavy traffic conditions.

• Participates in the manufacturing of new signs and updates sign inventory.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a standard high school diploma/GED.

• Three (3) years’ experience in the servicing, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic equipment. Electrical license is preferred, but not required.

• Must possess Florida driver’s license (Class A or B CDL is preferred)- driving record must be acceptable to the City insurance program.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of electronic and electric principles and practices.

• Knowledge of the installation, operation, and maintenance of RRFB's.

• Knowledge in the use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred.

• Skilled in the use and care of tools and equipment in the electrical trade.

• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with other employees and the public.

• Must be able to prioritize and have good organizational skills.

• Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions and work in confined spaces and at considerable heights.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work required by this position.

• Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.

• Knowledge of traffic rules.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Manager spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include traffic laws, work safety policies, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, MOT regulations, city codes, and city policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related equipment operation duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to maintain RRFB's and signs within the City limits. Successful performance contributes to the provision of safe and well-maintained city streets and related infrastructure.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers and the general public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

• Work requires moderate to extreme exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., irate customers, inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, odors or dust

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if they work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately. The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.

Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available

less than 5 years: 152 hours

5 to 9 years: 176 hours

10 to 14 years: 200 hours

15 to 19 years: 224 hours

20 + years: 248 hours

PTO begins accruing immediately. At the end of the year, any unused annual leave will roll over to the next year. Time will be accrued bi-weekly and shown on each paycheck.

RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees’ Pension Plan Summary for more details.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• July 4th
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve
• Employee's Birthday

INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $621/month; Child/Children $531/month; and Family $1,188/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $280/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $535/month).

Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month following your hire date.

• Rough estimates are not necessarily exact.

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457 Plan Empower Retirement: Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – See Human Resources for more details.

Employer

City of Panama City Beach

Address

17007 Panama City Beach Parkway

Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413

Phone

850-233-5100

Website

http://www.pcbfl.gov