Highway Electrical Technician I
Oasis IAM
Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
The Highway Maintenance Electrical Technician I assists a Journeyman in installing, inspecting, and repairing electrical systems for roadway operations. Responsibilities include servicing highway lighting, signs, and basic traffic electrical systems while following safety procedures.
Daily tasks involve pulling wire, replacing fixtures, testing circuits, and troubleshooting faults. This role will also set up temporary traffic control, document work, and keep tools organized. This entry-level position requires outdoor work in all weather and may include night or weekend shifts. By focusing on safety and showing a willingness to learn, you will develop valuable electrical skills and help ensure safer roads.
This position reports to the Ocoee, FL office.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare work sites by gathering tools, materials, and parts; load, secure, and unload equipment safely.
- Measure, cut, thread, and bend conduit; route and secure conduit and cable trays as directed.
- Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings; label conductors and maintain tidy terminations.
- Assist with lifting, positioning, and fastening wiring, conduit, junction boxes, fixtures, and motors.
- Perform basic electrical repairs and replacements, including fuses, light sockets, bulbs, switches, photocells, and breakers, under supervision.
- Trace and help troubleshoot shorts and open circuits using meters and test equipment, report findings to the lead electrician.
- Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace worn or damaged parts, and reassemble, test for proper operation.
- Support installation and maintenance of roadway lighting, sign lighting, and related low-voltage systems as directed.
- Set up and maintain simple work zone traffic control and follow lockout/tagout procedures when required.
- Work from elevated locations up to 60 feet using lifts or bucket trucks, including work near water, following fall protection and rescue procedures.
- Keep tools and vehicles clean and organized; perform basic preventive maintenance and inventory checks.
- Complete basic documentation on a smartphone or tablet, including work logs, material usage, photos, and inspection forms.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip checks on assigned vehicles; drive company vehicles safely and follow DOT and company policies.
- Use all equipment, tools, materials, and PPE safely; participate in tailgate safety talks and report hazards or incidents promptly.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the crew and project schedule.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge
- Basic electrical theory and safe work practices, including voltage, current, resistance, series and parallel circuits, and proper use of test equipment.
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code, roadway lighting standards, and manufacturer instructions for lighting, photocells, timers, and drivers.
- Wiring methods for low-voltage and 120/240 VAC systems, including color codes, grounding and bonding, GFCI/AFCI concepts, and weatherproof enclosures.
- Conduit types and fittings, bending fundamentals, and corrosion protection suitable for outdoor and roadside environments.
- Lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, fall protection, and work zone safety principles aligned with MUTCD.
- Basic maintenance practices for bucket trucks, lifts, and hand and power tools used in electrical work.
Skills
- Measure, cut, thread, and bend conduit accurately; pull wire, make clean terminations, and label conductors neatly.
- Use multimeters, clamp meters, and continuity testers to assist with troubleshooting shorts, opens, and ground faults.
- Install and replace lamps, ballasts, LED drivers, photocells, switches, and receptacles under supervision with attention to detail.
- Read simple plans, one-line diagrams, and wiring schematics; follow written procedures and job hazard analyses.
- Set up simple temporary traffic control and maintain a clean, organized work area and service vehicle.
- Documents work clearly on paper or mobile devices, including parts used, test results, and before-and-after photos.
- Communicate effectively with the lead electrician, crew members, inspectors, and the public; ask clarifying questions and follow directions.
Abilities
- Work safely at heights up to 60 feet using lifts or bucket trucks and, when required, near water while using proper PPE and fall protection.
- Lift up to 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds regularly, and perform frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and reaching on uneven terrain.
- Operate company vehicles safely and conduct basic pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, wind, and low-light conditions, including nights and weekends when assigned.
- Prioritize tasks, manage time, and adapt to changing field conditions while maintaining safety and quality.
- Recognize hazards quickly, stop work when needed, and escalate issues to a Journeyman or Master Electrician.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 23 years old (per company insurance requirements).
- Must possess an active and valid Florida driver’s license with no restrictions and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and maintain insurability under company policy.
- Basic math, reading, and recordkeeping skills to complete work orders and material logs accurately.
- Ability to obtain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Flagger certification within company timelines.
- Willing and able to travel within the assigned district and report to different work sites; living within a reasonable response time to the yard is preferred.
- Compliance with the company's Drug and Alcohol Policy; able to pass pre-employment and random testing. A background check and job-related physical may be required.
- Basic electrical training through a vocational program, apprenticeship, or employer-provided coursework, or the ability to learn quickly on the job.
- Experience using common electrical hand and power tools, with safe work habits.
Preferred Qualifications
- Six months to two years of experience assisting a Journeyman or Master Electrician with wiring, lighting, conduit, and basic troubleshooting. Roadway or exterior lighting experience is a plus.
- Completion of at least one year in an accredited electrical trade school or registered apprenticeship program, or equivalent military training.
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code and basic work zone safety practices.
- Maintenance of Traffic or Flagger certification, or willingness to obtain within company timelines.
- Bucket truck or aerial lift training, fall protection training, and basic lockout/tagout awareness.
- CDL Class B with air brakes is a plus, or willingness to pursue within 6 to 12 months.
- Comfort using smartphones or tablets to document work orders, parts, and photos.
$75k - $125k
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