TECHNOLOGIST II, TRAFFIC SIGNAL

Job summary

Coordinates traffic signal installations, modernization, maintenance programs, and signal timing updates based on traffic study results. Supports traffic control centre operations, administers projects and contracts, investigates signal issues, and responds to public inquiries.

Job details

Number of Positions: 1 Job Type: Union Number of Positions: 1 Department: PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING Division: Roads Mtn, Operations & Fleet Rate of Pay: $84247.80 per annum Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Temporary (T), vacancy for 2.00 months Hours of Work: 35 hour workweek Location: Williams Pkwy Operations Centre (WPOC) Closing Date: 10/26/2026 Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address Primary Function This position reports to the Coordinator, Traffic Signal Systems. You will co-ordinate the installation and maintenance of the traffic signals; analyses traffic study results for the implementation of phasing updates and changes to signal timing. You will also provide direction to Signals Technologist I, Co-op students and Contractors. Position Duties Prepares designs and contracts for new Traffic Signal Installations and Modernizations Coordinates traffic signal Maintenance Programs Coordinates School Zone Flasher program Coordinates underground plant installation for new development subdivisions Coordinates consultant traffic signal submissions for new developments Design/modify standard drawings for submission to the City Standards committee Assists with daily operations of Traffic Control Centre & Traffic Signal System including: altering signal timing database; collecting, analysing and inputting data for signal optimization; monitoring communications and resolving problems as required Coordinates traffic signal maintenance program; determines maintenance required, ensures work completed, reviews invoices and prepares purchase orders Project administration for various city-wide traffic signal initiatives Investigates traffic signal hardware problems on-site and initiates corrective action or contacts signal maintenance contractor Maintains Traffic Signal Inventory Responds to inquiries/complaints to provide information; investigates and follows-up accordingly Maintains computerized invoicing system; inputs and retrieves related data Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned Education SELECTION CRITERIA: High School (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of over two (2) and up to three (3) years in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent Experience Over one (1) year, up to and including two (2) years’ experience in traffic signal design and implementation, administering and monitoring maintenance contracts/signal systems and directing contractors Required Licences & Certifications International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Traffic Signal Certification Valid, non-probationary Ontario class G driver’s licence and use of own vehicle Other Skills And Assets International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II and III Traffic Signal Certification is an asset Associate Membership or eligibility to acquire membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) Work Zone Safety and WHMIS Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual and City of Brampton By-Laws Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service Able to work independently and as part of a team Additional Information Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology. If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by (10/26/2026) and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted. As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. 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What you’ll do

Coordinates traffic signal installations, modernization, maintenance programs, and signal timing updates based on traffic study results. Supports traffic control centre operations, administers projects and contracts, investigates signal issues, and responds to public inquiries.

Requirements

Requires high school graduation plus a program of over two and up to three years in Civil Engineering Technology or an equivalent field, along with one to two years of relevant traffic signal experience. Applicants must hold IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Certification and a valid, non-probationary Ontario Class G driver's licence with access to their own vehicle.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Traffic Signal Design
• Traffic Signal Installation
• Traffic Signal Maintenance
• Signal Timing Optimization
• Traffic Studies Analysis
• Contract Administration
• Contractor Coordination
• Project Administration
• Traffic Control Centre Operations
• Troubleshooting
• Customer Service
• Written And Verbal Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Highway Traffic Act
• Ontario Traffic Manual
• Work Zone Safety

Job areas

• Engineering
• Government & Public Sector
• Transportation

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