Apprentice Signal Technician

City Of Edinburg; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Apprentice Signal Technician to support the repair and maintenance of electrical traffic control equipment. This engaging role offers a competitive hourly wage and excellent benefits, including paid holidays and comprehensive health coverage. As part of a rapidly growing city, you'll enjoy a hands-on work environment, assisting with essential repairs and ensuring the smooth operation of traffic systems. If you have a passion for teamwork and a strong foundation in electronics, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life & ADD Insurance

Retirement Plan

100%-Paid Medical Coverage

100%-Paid Dental Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthy Lifestyle Program

Access to Fitness Centers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of basic electronics and safety precautions.
• Must hold a valid Class 'C' driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with minor repairs of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Perform basic testing and evaluation of traffic signal control equipment.
• Maintain routine traffic signal systems and assist other divisions.

Skills

Basic Electronics Knowledge

Electrical Theory

Power Tools Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IMSA Level I Certification

Vocational or Technical Certifications

Job description

APPRENTICE SIGNAL TECHNICIAN

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Apprentice Signal Technician to support the repair and maintenance of electrical traffic control equipment within the city. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career as an Apprentice Signal Technician? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

The Apprentice Signal Technician position offers a competitive pay of $16.23/hr. We provide excellent benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and dental coverage with optional dependent coverage, workers' compensation, and FMLA. Additionally, our employees have access to an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and Active Edinburg fitness centers. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today.

About City Of Edinburg

Edinburg is the fastest-growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and ranks among the top five fastest-growing cities in Texas. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among outstanding communities nationwide. Our city offers exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, making it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we provide competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to support a healthy, productive life. We care about people—both residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN APPRENTICE SIGNAL TECHNICIAN

As an Apprentice Signal Technician, your day involves assisting with minor repairs of electrical and electronic equipment. You perform basic testing and evaluation of traffic signal control equipment to ensure system compatibility. Your role is essential to the city, maintaining routine traffic signal systems to operate properly. You will be on your toes, ready to handle unexpected challenges, including maintaining pavement markings on city streets and parking facilities, managing lane channelization, traffic hazards, school-pedestrian crosswalks, railroad crossings, and delineations. When not in the field, you will install and remove traffic signs as needed. You enjoy being helpful, providing assistance to other divisions, and take genuine satisfaction in your work!

Qualifications For An Apprentice Signal Technician

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Preferred: Certifications from community college, vocational, technical, or correspondence schools

• Knowledge of basic electronics, electrical theory, occupational hazards, and safety precautions
• Preferred: One (1) year of related experience

• Must hold a valid Class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety
• Achieve IMSA Level I Certification
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent electronics knowledge? Are you skilled with power tools? Do you enjoy teamwork? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might be perfect for this Apprentice Signal Technician role!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you believe you have the right skills to support traffic control and electrical system repairs, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location: 78541

Applicants will undergo a complete background check. Incomplete or inaccurate information, or failure to report details, will result in rejection. Applicants must also pass a pre-employment drug test at the City's expense.

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