This is semi-skilled work in support of the City of Akron traffic signal or line and cable communication systems. An employee in this class assists skilled workers in performing various installation, maintenance, and repair tasks in the overhead and underground wire systems used in the City's traffic signal system, or in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City's line and cable communication system. Works under the supervision of more skilled workers or foreman. Assignments may be hazardous and performed under adverse weather conditions. Characteristic Work Assists skilled workers in installing and removing overhead and underground wire, cable and fiber optics. Loads and unloads equipment and tools including cables, signals, wires, etc. Manually digs holes and ditches to install laterals, hand holes, and ducts. Helps install various signal or communication equipment such as fire alarm boxes, traffic lights, flashers, wood or steel poles, mast arms, towers, terminal boxes, audio and video systems, security alarms, and telephone systems. Assists in installing conduit, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment on City property. Prepares pipe and electrical conduit for use in various projects. Sets up traffic cones and barricades around work sites. Helps tighten overhead wires and trims trees which interfere with overhead equipment. Climbs poles and towers as necessary. Operates a bucket truck and line truck and specialized equipment on each vehicle. Responds to emergency calls, both during and outside normal working hours, to assist in the repair of signal or communications equipment. Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications A minimum of one year of paid experience in work involving the installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signal or line and cable communication systems. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license. Some knowledge of the standard tools, equipment, practices, hazards, and safety precautions associated with the maintenance, repair, and installation of traffic signal or line and cable communications systems. Mechanical aptitude. Sufficient physical strength and stamina to work under adverse weather conditions and to perform any of the duties of this classification below ground or at various heights above ground. Ability to differentiate between or match colors, including shades of color and brightness. Ability to respond to emergency calls. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. List of essential job functions available upon request.