Find & Apply For Traffic Technician Jobs in Saint Petersburg, Florida

Job Title Parking Meter Technician Organization Name Transportation & Parking Management Department Maximum Salary 30.6 Detailed Description This is specialized work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the City's parking meters, IPS credit card heads, VM Boards, and pay on foot stations. Work also includes maintaining all parts for repair and keeping the warehouse in proper condition. An employee in this position will also assist a traffic engineering assistant planning with special events, projects, and maintenance of traffic plans. Work is performed independently, both in field and shop, under the general direction of an administrative supervisor and is reviewed through conversation, the analysis of reports, observation and the evaluation of results achieved.

Salary:

$21.18 - $30.60

Hourly Close Date:

10 -30-2026 (11:59 PM) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications.

Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
• Possess and maintain the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certification -or- obtain and continue to maintain the FDOT Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certification within five and one half (5 ½) months of appointment to the position.
• Have some experience repairing parking meters or similar small mechanical devices.
• Be skilled in providing excellent customer service and employing excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Be familiar with street names and locations within downtown St. Petersburg.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule including working evenings and weekends.
• Have previous experience working with the public.

Desirable Qualifications.

Preferred applicants:

• Have some understanding of computer technology.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams. How To Apply Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs . City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions. Location Saint Petersburg, FL, US Minimum Salary 21.18 Currency USD Amount of Travel Work At Home