TECHNOLOGIST II, TRAFFIC SIGNAL

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.

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