Job Details

Traffic Signal Inspector

Be the eyes behind every green light! Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today! If you love keeping traffic flowing safely, this role is for you! The Department of Transportation Services (DTS), Traffic Signal and Technology Division, is looking for a reliable Traffic Signal Inspector. This full-time, permanent role in Honolulu involves checking traffic signal and camera construction to ensure it meets required standards, identifying and correcting construction problems, coordinating signal activation and changeovers, and estimating completed work and repair costs.

What You Will Do

• Inspect construction work for compliance with roadway, sidewalk, electrical, environmental, and street usage standards to ensure all work meets City, State, and Federal requirements.
• Ensure safe traffic control and pedestrian protection by evaluating work zones, coning, signing, and safeguards, and require corrections to maintain safe travel conditions.
• Verify electrical installations meet code by inspecting traffic signal conduits, cables, fiber optics, power sources, transformers, and meters in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Review and interpret traffic signal plans by reading complex drawings and schematics, locating existing underground utilities, and approving or modifying contractor signal layouts.
• Correct deficiencies and enforce compliance by identifying faulty workmanship, improper materials or methods, and stopping construction work until standards are met.
• Document work and manage costs by preparing daily and monthly inspection reports, estimating completed work for payment, identifying cost impacts, and reporting violations or discrepancies to supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Special Working Conditions

• Work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
• May encounter construction site hazards and traffic safety risks while performing inspections.
• Must be able to perform shift work during emergency events or EOC activation.
• May be required to work weekends and holidays as required.
• This role is assigned to service the Joint Traffic Management Center (JTMC).
• May be required to complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check in accordance with HRS 846-2.7 (b)(37).

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Four years of journey level electrician or related experience involving the installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signal equipment. Must be able to:

• Understand basic electrical and electronic principles related to traffic signal systems.
• Identify traffic signal equipment, materials, and fixtures, including transformers and meters.
• Apply proper installation methods and practices for traffic signal systems.
• Comply with applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and safety practices.
• Read and interpret traffic signal plans and specifications.
• Observe construction work and identify improper methods or practices.
• Estimate equipment and material costs for traffic signal projects.
• Prepare clear and accurate inspection reports.
• Communicate effectively with contractors.
• Interact professionally with the general public.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT: 1. Valid Driver's License (Type 3). 2. Current State of Hawaii Journey Level Electrician's or Specialty Electrician's License. NOTE: Applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain Hawaii licensure prior to appointment. Verification Requirement: Please attach an electronic copy of your journey electrician's or specialty electrician's license (Hawaii or out-of-state) Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit. NOTE: The above certificates and licenses must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.