Traffic Control & Street Lighting Technician I (Full-Time)

City of Thunder Bay • Thunder Bay, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor Traffic Control and Street Lighting and the direction of the Crew Leader, gives technical direction to the Technician II’s and repairs, installs, and maintains all equipment necessary for an effective and efficient Traffic Control & Street Lighting system for the Corporation.

Requirements

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma (SSGD) or Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with an emphasis on Electrical or Electronic subjects at the general level
• Minimum 1 year experience in installation, maintenance and repair of both Traffic Control & Street Lighting systems
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience in the maintenance and installation of fixed time and solid state traffic controllers and street lighting responsibilities
• A certified Journeyman, Power Lineman or Electrician License is required
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent
• Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• Must be reliable with the ability to effectively assign work, direct and instruct employees
• Must be capable of dealing with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
• Must be able to understand, read, write and speak English fluently
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, as amended, and be capable of issuing clearly understandable written and oral instructions
• Within 15 working days of receiving a conditional offer of employment, must successfully obtain a written beginners licence for an Ontario “D” Class drivers licence with a “Z” endorsement
• After training, must obtain and maintain an Ontario "D" class licence with a ‘Z’ endorsement
• Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• May be required to provide a successful driver’s record (uncertified)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installing all new Traffic Control & Street Lighting.
• Responsible for maintaining and repairing Traffic Control & Street Lighting equipment.
• Assumes the duties of the Crew Leader when assigned.
• Attends Safety, Traffic Control and Electrical seminars.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

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