Job Abstract

We are looking for a Field Technician - Signals. As a member of the SWARCO McCain family, you will be responsible to provide technical support at new and existing traffic signal installations and perform modifications to existing traffic signals in the greater Los Angeles area to include Riverside and San Bernardino.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform fieldwork with use of independent judgment. Typical field work consists of but not limited to:
• Programming and configuring equipment at a new installation to operate as designed on the signal plans.
• Modifying existing traffic signal cabinets to operate as designed on the signal plans.
• Repairing or replacing malfunctioning equipment both new and used.
• Operate aerial equipment.
• Interact with internal and external customers and all levels of personnel.
• Provide one-on-one and group technical training.
• After hours, and/or weekend work are required.
• Migration support for software and hardware.

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Some college or recognized trade school in electrical field. (desired, not required)
• Minimum of 2 years of field experience in related industry.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high level of professionalism while under pressure.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be computer literate and have working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• IMSA Level 2 or higher with some electronic/electrical working knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools including meters and specialty tools.
• Traffic signal product knowledge a plus.
• Traffic maintenance experience a plus.
• Must have clean driving record and provide current DMV driving record.
• Willingness to travel. 80% driving to various job sites.
• Must be available for an on-call basis for company/customer needs.

Physical Conditions / Requirements

• Physical requirements include some heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. Nearly all work will be performed outdoors at traffic intersections and near freeways. Job also requires frequent driving, sitting, handling objects with hands, climbing, standing, walking, bending, reaching, talking and hearing.
• Occasional – Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead-time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; work volume priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
• Vision requirements: Ability to visually see information in print and/or electronically.
• Hearing requirements: Ability to hear people over the telephone and in person.
• Travel to various job sites, 80% driving time.

As a member of our family, you will enjoy

• A GREAT work environment with fun, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful team members.
• Benefits package to support you and your family’s health. From medical, dental, and vision, to flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care.
• Educational reimbursement to help keep your career updated.
• Save money on tickets to the San Diego Zoo, other amusement parks, movies, indoor skydiving and so much more with our employee discount program.
• Paid time off, holidays, company-matched 401(k) plan and more!