Signal Assistant/Technician

St. Louis County Government Department of Transportation and Public Works is currently seeking qualified individuals to join their team as Signal Technician Assistants or Signal Technicians to assist in the installation and repair of electronic traffic signals and controllers.  The qualifications of the selected individuals will determine if the positions are filled as Signal Technician Assistants or Signal Technicians.  If hired as Signal Technician Assistant, progression to a Signal Technician will occur once the minimum qualifications for the position are met. 

The typical starting salary range is either $21.49 - $25.79 (Signal Technician Assistant) or $25.07 - $30.08 (Signal Technician) hourly depending on the candidates qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations.  

The work schedule will consist of a variety of shift to include the following:

Regular shift – 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (M-F)

Early shift – 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (M-F) , also on-call from 3:00 AM – 6:00 AM (rotational shift, technician will work shift for 4 straight weeks, for a minimum of two times a year)

Night shift – 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (M-F) , also on-call from 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM (rotational shift, technician will work shift for 4 straight weeks, for a minimum of two time a year)

Both rotational shifts (Early and Night) are also on-call during holidays that fall during the work week.

    - Early shift holiday on-call – 3:00 AM  – 3:00 PM

    - Night shift holiday on-call – 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM 

Weekend on-call (rotational shift, on-call from Saturday 3:00 AM until Monday 3:00 AM) – one technician is on-call every weekend on a rotational basis.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.  To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.  For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

• Assist Signal Technicians with maintenance tasks associated with the installation, repair and upkeep of the electronic traffic signals and controllers.
• Assist Signal Technicians with response to emergency situations to include replacement of signal knockdowns and correction of malfunctions.
• Maintain parts inventory and supplies for field operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Candidates qualifying for a Signal Technician Assistant should possess one of the following:

• Graduation from a Technical School electronics program, 
• An Associate’s Degree in electronics,
• Two years of experience repairing or maintaining electronic devices and control systems or
• An equivalent amount of training and experience.

Candidates qualifying for a Signal Technician should have one year of experience repairing or maintaining electronic devices and control systems along with an Associate’s Degree in electronics or graduation from a Technical School electronics program.

Both positions will require possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of employment.SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT:  A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.  The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.
 
Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade.  A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.  Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire.  Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.  
 
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
 
 All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.  Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory.  The cost of screening will be covered by the County.  

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis.  We only accept On-line applications.
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:  The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.  Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax:  (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
 

Salary : $44,699 - $67,059