Traffic Control Foreman

Directs a crew of Traffic Control Electricians 1 and 2 and related personnel in inspecting, maintaining, installing and repairing traffic control equipment and fixtures.

Department: Mobility and Infrastructure
Posting Type: Announcement/Bid
Salary: $71,822 per year. 
Union: This position is included in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Local 2037 meet and discuss unit and will be filledin accordance withthe provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding.
Union Bid Form: None required. Your application for this position will serve as your union Bid Form.
Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive

General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. 
Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
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• A current, valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.

NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment must submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to hire.

Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show three (3) years of full-time experience in traffic signal installation or maintenance or a related field. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)

• EDUCATION/TRAINING: None required for this position. 

• EQUIVALENCY:  Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above. The Total Qualifying Requirement is three (3) years. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)  

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the date of hire.

Written: None required for this position.
Performance: None required for this position.
Medical: Required.

• Supervises and directs Traffic Control Electricians 1 and 2 in inspecting, maintaining, installing and repairing electronic equipment, fixtures and circuit boards, traffic installations, etc.
• Evaluates work of assigned personnel; recommends and implements approved disciplinary and corrective action.
• Schedules work of assigned personnel; provides technical assistance as requested or required.
• Locates problems and directs the repair of underground and overhead cables and wire; directs the removal of tree branches interfering with lines and wires.
• Estimates time and materials required for the job; requisitions job materials and supplies.
• Ensures that appropriate safety precautions and procedures are followed.
• Prepares accurate reports regarding work performed, employee attendance, etc.
• May work shifts as requested or required.
• Plans, develops, directs, coordinates, organizes and controls the materials, equipment and personnel under jurisdiction toward the effective, efficient and economical attainment of program goals, including maximum convenience to the public and safety of employees.
• Manages area of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, regulations and established policy including union agreements to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees.
• Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of self and others.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, associates and the general public.   
• Performs other related tasks and duties that are assigned or required.

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