Traffic Signal & Controls Technician

Location: On Site in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

A well-established infrastructure and electrical services organization is expanding its transportation systems team and is seeking an experienced Traffic Signal and Controls Technician. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor supporting critical roadway infrastructure throughout Tennessee. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, working independently in the field, and building systems that improve public safety, this role offers long term career growth, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with advanced traffic signal technologies.

This Role Offers

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Stable, long-term career with an established organization.
• Ongoing technical training, certification support, and advancement opportunities.

What You Will Do

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain traffic signal equipment, control cabinets, and related roadway infrastructure.
• Diagnose electrical and communication issues using appropriate testing equipment and proven troubleshooting methods.
• Terminate, dress, wire, and program traffic signal control cabinets while ensuring reliable system operation.
• Interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and construction plans to complete installations accurately.
• Support fiber optic infrastructure, communication systems, and network connectivity for traffic signal operations when applicable.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency service calls to minimize roadway disruptions.
• Operate bucket trucks and other specialized equipment while following established safety procedures.
• Work independently in the field while maintaining clear communication with project leadership and fellow technicians.
• Travel throughout Tennessee as projects require, including occasional overnight assignments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working with traffic signal systems or a strong background in electrical or electronic systems.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and the ability to interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical controls, low voltage systems, or industrial electronics.
• Ability to terminate, wire, and organize electrical control panels or traffic signal cabinets.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift at least 51 pounds.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable working from bucket trucks at heights up to 120 feet.
• Willingness to work overtime, averaging approximately 50 hours per week based on project demands.
• Ability to travel throughout Tennessee with occasional overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver License (CDL), or willingness to obtain within 180 days.
• IMSA certification.
• Experience with fiber optic systems.
• Electronic programming or controller configuration experience.
• Previous experience supporting transportation infrastructure or intelligent traffic systems.

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