Sr Traffic Technician

The City of Littleton is seeking an experienced Senior Traffic Technician to join our Public Works & Utilities Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled traffic professional who enjoys working outdoors, troubleshooting complex systems, and taking on a diverse range of projects that directly improve the safety and mobility of our community.

As a Senior Traffic Technician, you will play a key role in the operation, maintenance, and advancement of the city’s transportation infrastructure . Your work will span traffic signals, vehicle detection systems, signs, pavement markings, communications networks, lighting, and traffic control devices.

This position is ideal for someone with municipal traffic experience who enjoys variety, works well independently and as part of a team, and takes pride in solving technical problems in the field.

About the City of Littleton

The City of Littleton is a vibrant community consistently recognized as one of America’s Best Small Cities , and a top destination for families. Discover some of the remarkable things Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org . With its historic and lively downtown, diverse shopping and dining options, and an extensive network of parks and trails, Littleton boasts a prime location just south of Denver and a short drive to the majestic Rocky Mountains and Colorado ski country. The City of Littleton offers excellent benefits and perks to its employees. For more details, please refer to the 2026 Benefit Guide .

The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent and its strategies include offering competitive pay and investing in employee growth and development opportunities.

In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton.

Hiring pay range $37.33 - $39.29 per hour

This full-time position is non-exempt per FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.

Application Deadline : This posting will close at 11:59 pm on September 27, 2026.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs skilled work in the construction, installation, and maintenance of traffic signal control equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to:

A variety of CCTV PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) and detection cameras

Traffic cabinets

Traffic controllers and MMUs (multifunction monitoring units)

Traffic signal heads, pedestrian heads, and pedestrian buttons

Traffic network switches and devices

Wireless spread spectrum network radios

Lighting equipment including luminaire street/overhead lighting, school flasher beacons, school zone safety flashers, and pedestrian push button activated systems

Performs technical underground locating of traffic, electric, and fiber facilities as a Tier 1 member of the Utility Notification Center of Colorado (UNCC).

Monitors performance of traffic devices utilizing features of computerized master control software (Econolite Centracs).

Installs and maintains fiber optic communications cables and wireless communications equipment.

Designs, fabricates, installs, and maintains signs including traffic signs, electronic speed limit signs, signposts, temporary special event signage, and other city signs using computer-aided design software, plotter, and pressure sensitive sheeting according to regulations and specifications contained in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

Responsible for layout and installation of crosswalk markings, lane markings, and symbols using thermoplastic, paint, and tape.

Ability to construct and maintain solar and hard-wired signals, including diagnosing traffic signal malfunctions, NEMA cabinet issues, and completing minor wiring changes, as necessary, inside the traffic signal cabinet, and the UPS battery backup system. Ability to diagnose and repair multiple vehicle detection types including loops, cameras, and radar.

Ability to layout road markings and operate street striping equipment to apply paint that serves as markings for traffic lane separation, turn lane pockets and bicycle lanes, and operates and performs regular maintenance on paint truck.

Willingness to learn and apply MUTCD standards for signing, signals, and all traffic control.

Assists with special projects including quarterly traffic signal surveys, vehicle counts using a variety of counters, and other traffic duties as required, such as: clearing visual obstructions surrounding traffic signs; tree trimming; pilot project and quick build installations of safety equipment, installation and setup of variable message boards, and traffic control assistance on city projects.

Street maintenance and snow removal activities include, but are not limited to, operating a utility or single or tandem axle dump truck to plow snow, applying sand and salt to roadways, and hauling materials and supplies.

Responsible for entering work and updating assets in city’s asset management system (Cartegraph).

Performs operator's maintenance daily, or as otherwise required, for all assigned vehicles and equipment.

Performs other similar assignments and projects, as required.

May serve as an Emergency Worker.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent; and

Five (5) years of experience with installing and maintaining traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings, or working in roadways/traffic control; or

An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.

Expert in signal repair, trouble shooting, and maintenance.

IMSA Traffic Signal Senior Field Technician III Certification.

IMSA Signs & Pavement Marking Technician II Certification.

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician Certification required with 6 months of employment.

Proficient knowledge of and ability to apply MUTCD standards.

Proficient ability to diagnose and perform signal maintenance.

Proficiency in the layout and appropriate use of signage and road markings.

Flagger Certification required within 6 months of employment.

Additional IMSA or equivalent certifications in a related field (IMSA classes or other classes related to the job requirements are paid for by the city).

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment (paid for by city).

Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, Department of Transportation drug screen, and DOT physical.

Must learn and follow all city safety procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Strong analytical and technical skills with ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment.

Intermediate to advanced computer skills including standard Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and utilize asset management and other job specific applications.

Ability to effectively operate assigned vehicles and equipment.

Excellent communication skills and ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers at all levels.

Commitment to providing excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, providing assistance, expertise, and sharing information with others, working toward solutions.

Flexibility and adaptability to quickly changing priorities; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a calm, organized manner.

Attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to create and maintain traffic signal operation and maintenance records, and related documents to perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic signal, traffic sign, and traffi