Electrical Supervisor

City of Tucson

2d • $29 - $44 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrician Supervisor for the City of Tucson’s Department of Transportation & Mobility leads and supervises staff responsible for the maintenance, operation, and improvement of traffic signals, street lighting, other electrical control devices and related equipment in the shop and at field locations within the Smart Mobility Division. The position ensures safe, reliable, and efficient service delivery through oversight of system maintenance, repairs, compliance, and operational performance. The role also coordinates project materials and resources with project managers and contractors, while ensuring all field activities and maintenance work are accurately documented in the Cartegraph Operations Management System to support reporting, accountability, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• 6 months post high school education
• Two (2) years of relevant experience
• A valid and unrestricted driver license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.
• Must be physically capable of safely operating City vehicles and performing duties in field environments.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in related field
• Two (2) years directly related experience
• National electrical code and city codes related to traffic signal installation and maintenance.
• Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and I.T.E. Standards for signal equipment
• IMSA -Traffic Signal Technician I
• IMSA- Roadway Lighting Technician I

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs Electricians and other skilled personnel involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of traffic signal equipment, or components, of related traffic control devices.
• Reviews traffic signal design plans, specifications, and project documents to ensure compliance with City standards, safety requirements, and operational needs while providing technical recommendations and support for project implementation.
• Oversees traffic signal projects, including planning, scheduling, prioritization, procurement coordination, contractor oversight, and allocation of personnel, materials, and equipment resources.
• Manages the traffic signal maintenance and operations budget, including expenditures, inventory, forecasting, and resource utilization to promote operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
• Provides leadership, training, and performance management for assigned staff, including recruitment, onboarding, employee development, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Responds to emergency traffic signal outages and operational issues on a 24/7 on-call basis to maintain public safety and minimize disruptions to traffic operations.
• Investigates and resolves public complaints, coordinates with contractors and external agencies, and ensures accurate documentation of maintenance activities and project work within the Cartegraph Operations Management System.
• Evaluates new traffic signal equipment, and products for operational effectiveness and recommends approved products for inclusion on the City’s Qualified Products List (QPL).
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage
• pension plan
• optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings
• 38 paid days off in the first year of employment
• twelve weeks of paid parental leave
• paid tuition reimbursement
• student loan repayment
• off- and on-the-job training
• employee resource groups
• paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED