Salary : $42,769.00 - $76,983.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 08126Department: TRAFFIC ENGINEERINGOpening Date: 07/17/2024Function The purpose of the class is to perform 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
- Requires high school graduation or GED, supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in electronics or a related field of study.
- Requires a minimum of three 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.
- 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.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
- 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 (CDL) Class B within 180 days of employment.
- Must have the ability to be IMSA Signal certified and do so within 18 months of hire date; work zone certified within 6 months of hire date.
Additional Requirements
- Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
- Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft word, Outlook and Excel Spreadsheets.
- May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
- The incumbent will be considered essential personnel during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits OverviewThe following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
- -Health insurance
- -Dental insurance
- -Vision insurance
- -Reimbursement accounts
- Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-###-####). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
- Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-###-####. For more information, see the
- 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 ten paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's 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-###-####). For more information, see the
- 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-###-####). For more information, see the
- 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-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01 Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?
02 I 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 or closely related experience?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
04 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
05 I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
06 This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: 07 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 Hampton's current substance abuse policy.
08 This position may require working non-standard hours to include evenings and weekends. Are you willing to accept work during these times?
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