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$45852

•$60754

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Engineering City of Chesapeake Human Resources Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States Posted on October 29, 2026 New job! Apply early to increase your chances of getting hired.

Job Description Working Title of Vacant Position Traffic Signal Technician Job Type:

Full Time Posting Type:

Public Number of Vacancies:

1

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Division:

PUB WORKS OPERATIONS

Requisition Number:

2026508 Number of hours worked per week: 40

Work Schedule:

7:00 a.m.

•3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Alpha Essential; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Frequently

•From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Work Site Location:

Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement:

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Routine Pay Basis:

Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary:

Starting at $45,852

•$60,754 based on qualification and experience. Are you looking for a hands on career where your work makes a visible impact on your community every day? The City of Chesapeake's Public Works Traffic Operations Division is seeking a motivated and dependable Traffic Signal Technician to join our team. As a Traffic Signal Technician , you will help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the City's traffic signal infrastructure that keeps motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency responders moving safely throughout Chesapeake. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industrial electrical experience who enjoys working outdoors, learning new technologies, and being part of a team that provides critical services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Traffic Operations team maintains more than 200 traffic signals , emergency signal systems at Fire Stations, emergency vehicle preemption systems, and school zone flashers across the City. As a Traffic Signal Technician , you will work alongside experienced technicians while developing the skills needed to build a rewarding career in traffic signal operations and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and contributing to public safety, we'd love to hear from you. Typical tasks include but are not limited to: Assist Traffic Signal Technician II's in the fabrication, erection, installation, repair and operation of the City's traffic signals, related control devices and other ITS equipment. Maintains city owned street lighting and provides responses to underground traffic signal utilities location requests. Assists in meeting with various contractors when directed to discuss equipment installation and repairs. Maintains record system for assigned area, processes daily paperwork including reports, requisitions and personnel information, and investigates citizen inquiries. Stays abreast of new technology and advancement in the traffic signal field and makes recommendations for changes. Performs other related duties as assigned. Why Join Team Chesapeake? As a Traffic Signal Technician , you'll receive hands on training, gain experience with advanced traffic technologies, and play an essential role in keeping Chesapeake's transportation network operating safely and efficiently. Every repair, installation, and maintenance activity you perform directly supports the safety of thousands of residents and visitors each day. If you're ready to build a career in public service while working with cutting edge traffic signal technology, apply today to become the next Traffic Signal Technician with the City of Chesapeake. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in electronics or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards . Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) learner's permit within three (3) months of hire and a CDL Class B license within six (6) months of hire. Fall Protection certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician certification is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Job Open Date:

10/28/2026

Job Close Date:

11/11/2026 Special Instructions to

Applicants:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. Scan to Apply Just scan this QR code to apply from your phone. Fast Easy Apply on the go Scan to Apply Not ready to apply yet? Enter your email and we'll send you a reminder to come back and apply. Remind Me Later Explore Related Opportunities Traffic Technicians jobs near me in Virginia Jobs near me in Virginia Traffic Technicians jobs Job Location Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States Frequently asked questions about this position Similar Jobs In Chesapeake, Virginia Traffic Engineer III/IV City of Chesapeake Human Resources Chesapeake, Virginia Pavement Marking Specialist

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