Signal Electrician - R18080

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Do you have a background as an electrician and would enjoy being involved in ensuring that traffic runs smoothly? In this role, you will get a chance to maintain and repair traffic signalized lights, streetlights, pedestrian crossing apparatus, radar speed signs, and all components related to the operation and maintenance of the lighting system. Responsibilities Install, maintain, and repair street lights, traffic signals, aerial traffic signal equipment, and remote traffic count equipment. Perform traffic signal controller cabinet maintenance and cleaning. Repair and replace vehicle detectors and pedestrian detectors. Install, maintain, and test video equipment used to monitor traffic and detect vehicles. Perform and test traffic signal controllers. Install, maintain, repair, and operate all types of school flashers, pedestrian crossing apparatus, illuminated and non-illuminated aerial signs, and various types of electronic equipment. Test, services/repairs fiber optic and copper cable communication circuits. Set up work zone traffic control (MOT/TTC). Work Hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. On-Call Required. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or its equivalent. Two years experience as an electrician or similar field. A valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire. A “CDL” Class B license or the ability to obtain it within six months from the date of hire. Must be able to obtain an IMSA Signal Level I certification within one year of hire and IMSA Signal Level II within three years of hire. Physical Demands Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Subject to Passing Substance Screening This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five years. Starting Pay $23.54 per hour (Step 4), with potential higher pay for those with multiple years of experience. First Day Requirements Evidence of legal identity and authorization to work (e.g., I-9 acceptable documents). U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical). #J-18808-Ljbffr Sarasota County Government