TRAFFIC SIGNAL TECHNICIAN I
Permanent, Full-Time Position
The Public Works Division is seeking a Traffic Signal Technician I at the journeyman level who will be responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of municipal traffic signals, crosswalks, solar pedestrian crosswalks, signal pre-emption devices and related equipment. The successful candidate will supervise certified tradespersons, schedule maintenance activities and repairs. In addition, the Traffic Signal Technician I will provide professional input on new designs and supervise construction and installation of new traffic signals and related devices.
Requirements include: Grade 12 or equivalent; Provincial Trades Qualification Certificate or certificate of apprenticeship in electrical trade; Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR-B) Designation; valid IMSA Level 1 accreditation; current Traffic Control Person Certificate; High Voltage Close Proximity Training Certification; supervisory training and experience; four years of experience in traffic signal maintenance and operation; training and/or experience in computer-based design specifically relating to traffic control, programming and maintenance; a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license with air brakes and be physically fit to work in all weather conditions. And equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (40 hours per week).
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $42.61 per hour and an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply via our careers page by 11:45 p.m. on January 8, 2025 quoting competition 24338. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value the diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our
citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
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