Signals Technician

The Government of Nova Scotia; Miller Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government located in Miller Lake is seeking an Inspector Specialist for electronic control systems related to traffic signal and highway lighting operations. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, relevant technology certification, and at least three years of experience in the field. Responsibilities include system design, maintenance, and collaboration on program enhancements. The role requires travel within the province and excellent problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health insurance

Vacation

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in traffic signals and street lighting.
• Must be eligible for certification by the Society of Certified Technicians and Technologists of Nova Scotia.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct design and completion of control systems.
• Perform inspections, calibrations, and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair traffic signal and lighting equipment.
• Collaborate with Traffic and Road Safety Engineering division.

Skills

Knowledge of electronic control systems

Proficiency in mathematics

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Ability to perform under stress

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Traffic controllers

Traffic radar

Cameras

Inductive loops

Solar technology

Microwave vehicle sensors

Job description

Overview

Competition #: 47783

Department: Public Works

Location: MILLER LAKE

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 04-Feb-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job. At the Department of Public Works, we manage 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges across Nova Scotia. Our Traffic Control Operations group plays a critical role in maintaining, installing, and repairing highway lighting devices throughout the province.

If you are seeking a challenging career in a highly specialized, constantly changing field, then we want to hear from you.

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Provincial Outfits, the Inspector (Specialist) provides expert technical knowledge and skills in the design, construction, and maintenance of electronic/electrical/mechanical systems used in traffic signal, highway lighting, and other specialized control systems throughout the province. The Inspector (Specialist) ensures the quality of components and processes used and is a key player in initiating innovative technologies to further enhance the quality and serviceability of these systems that serve our highway network.

Primary Accountabilities

• You play a vital role in ensuring quality components and processes are used and are a key player in initiating innovative technologies to enhance the quality and serviceability of the systems that service our provincial road network. You will use your expertise in engineering technologies to:
• Conduct the design, prototyping and completion of specialized control systems and managing inventory of these systems;
• Conduct inspection, calibration, preventative and emergency system maintenance;
• Perform bench testing, troubleshooting and repairing of traffic signal and highway lighting equipment;
• Work with Department’s Traffic and Road Safety Engineering division to develop and enhance the traffic signal control program; and
• Install special circuitry.

Daily, you will work with a variety of equipment including traffic controllers, traffic radar, cameras, inductive loops, solar technology and microwave vehicle sensors while working with other Department staff to ensure all system components are inventoried and accounted for.

Qualifications and Experience

High School, and completion of an Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology program, along with three (3) years of related experience in traffic signals and street lighting is required. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. Furthermore, you must be eligible for certification by the Society of Certified Technicians and Technologists of Nova Scotia. Travel throughout the province is required, as such, you must have a valid driver license and access to a reliable motor vehicle and have a clean driver’s abstract.

• comprehensive knowledge of electronic control system construction and maintenance;
• knowledge of specification development and interpretation;
• an understanding of procurement policies and the development of contract documents;
• proficiency in mathematics; and
• familiarity with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.

As the ideal candidate you are an excellent communicator who provides professional customer service. You are self-motivated and demonstrate initiative to independently seek solutions to detailed technical problems in stressful situations in a highly complex environment. Your attention to detail and ability to exercise a high-level of concentration in your work is of utmost importance.

Assessment

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of relevant training and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies include:

• Five (5) years of related experience

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

You will travel regularly throughout the province and travel is often in excess of your scheduled hours and under extreme weather conditions.

Additional Information

This position is based in the Traffic Control Office located in Miller Lake but requires field work throughout the province. This position requires you to have adequate vision and colour perception to operate safely. In addition, this position involves exposure to extreme climatic conditions, high traffic volumes, and may include aerial hazards.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.

Pay Grade: TE 17- TE 22

Salary Range: $1,929.04- $2,770.60 Bi-Weekly

Note: The salary rates shown reflect the new Civil Service Agreement, effective April 1, 2025. Implementation in our HR system will occur on February 5, 2026. Until then, the current rates will apply. Employees hired during this period will receive retroactive pay adjustments in accordance with the new agreement and applicable policies.

Employment Equity and Accommodation

Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please Apply at competitionsnovascotia.ca.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link. Failure correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitionsnovascotia.ca.