Lighting Technician

JLL•Thousand Oaks, CA

1d•$80,912 - $80,912•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a skilled Lighting Technician to maintain, repair, and optimize lighting systems across their commercial manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant lighting operations that support production activities, worker safety, and energy management objectives. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment where technical expertise directly contributes to operational efficiency and workplace safety. A hospitality mindset is fundamental to delivering exceptional workplace experiences for the client. Candidates should excel in collaborative environments, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, maintain high standards of accuracy, and adapt quickly to resolve challenges.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial or commercial lighting maintenance
Working knowledge of electrical systems, lighting controls, and energy management
Familiarity with LED technology, ballasts, drivers, and lighting control systems
Ability to read electrical schematics and lighting plans
Experience working with aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and elevated work platforms
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in electrical systems or lighting
Experience with lighting control platforms
OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification

Responsibilities

Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on all lighting systems throughout the facility, including high-bay fixtures, emergency lighting, exterior lighting, and specialty task lighting.
Troubleshoots electrical issues, replaces defective ballasts, drivers, lamps, and fixtures.
Maintains accurate work order documentation.
Installs new lighting fixtures and systems according to specifications and building codes.
Executes lighting upgrades to improve energy efficiency and lighting quality.
Coordinates with electrical contractors and facilities staff on major lighting projects.
Ensures all installations meet OSHA, NEC, and local electrical code requirements.
Programs and maintains lighting control systems, occupancy sensors, and daylight harvesting systems.
Supports the facility's sustainability initiatives through proactive energy optimization.
Recommends cost-effective lighting solutions.
Conducts regular safety inspections of lighting systems and emergency lighting.
Ensures all work complies with OSHA regulations, electrical codes, and company safety protocols.
Maintains proper lockout/tagout procedures during all electrical work.
Responds promptly to emergency lighting failures affecting production or safety.