Traffic Signal Technologist

Position Details

• Employment Type: Regular Full Time (RFT)
• Closing Date: September 8, 2026
• Salary Range: $80,424.00 - $100,530.00
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
• Department: Transportation Services
• Location: Hybrid; primary office at the Traffic Operations Centre, 1340 Brant Street, Burlington

Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the operation of traffic signals and systems, including the development of signal timing and coordination plans to optimize traffic flow, maintaining accurate records and databases, and the analysis of data to enhance signal system operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and evaluate traffic signal timing plans and control strategies to ensure correlation with prevailing traffic patterns.
• Troubleshoot and identify system issues and malfunctions, liaising with maintenance crews when necessary.
• Ensure all work is completed within applicable legal, engineering standards and policy requirements.
• Monitor and assess road network performance through a combination of field observations and studies, and through various signal system and ITS reporting tools.
• Configure, program and utilize software and various ITS devices such as traffic cameras, traffic data collection devices and communications equipment.
• Prepare traffic signal construction drawings for new traffic signals and for signal rebuilds or modifications in conjunction with road construction projects.
• Assist in the review of traffic impact studies.
• Investigate and respond to inquiries from Council and the public.
• Organize and complete various field studies.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Transportation Engineering Technology or related field.
• At least 4 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, computer-based traffic control systems, and signal timing and analysis programs such as Synchro and Vistro.
• Strong knowledge of traffic signal operations and theory.
• Excellent communication, analytical and time-management skills.
• Valid Class G driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three driving related convictions or accumulation of demerit points; no administrative driver license suspensions).

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call 905-335-7602 or email hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work With Us

Ranked as the most livable city in Ontario and fifth in Canada, Burlington is nestled in the Greater Toronto Area, with the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere reserve) in our backyard, and Lake Ontario at our front door.

Equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part-time employees, the corporation of the City of Burlington is an innovative, progressive and hybrid workplace dedicated to delivering more than 37 high-quality services to residents.

A career at the City boasts:

• A positive workplace culture built on organizational values designed by employees that guide behavior and collaboration.
• A hybrid work model, with remote and flexible work arrangements.
• A commitment to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work.
• A focus on service excellence, including high-quality customer experiences, operational performance, and staff engagement.
• A great pension and benefits package.
• Collective action to support a climate resilient and low carbon community.
• Opportunities to continuously learn and grow.

If you are interested in applying for a job with the City, you must apply online as paper resumes are no longer accepted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.