Electrician/Traffic Signal Technician

City of Branson; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 80,346,000 - 96,421,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Branson is seeking a skilled electrical technician to power the systems that keep our city running. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and three years of electrical experience, plus a Journeyman Electrician's license and NEC knowledge. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.

to 4:00 p.m. Onsite in Branson, MO with emergency call-outs and after-hours as needed. Starting pay is $28.04 per hour, with potential to earn up to $33.65 per hour; benefits and certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus three years of electrical experience or completion of an electrical apprenticeship.
• Journeyman Electrician's license with working knowledge of NEC standards.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured on city plan.
• Ability to obtain Work Zone Safety certification within 6 months.
• Willingness to respond to emergency call-outs and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Background check, drug and alcohol screening, and physical agility assessment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair street lighting, traffic signals, high-voltage equipment, and facility systems.
• Inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot electrical issues to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.
• Operate tools and equipment—including bucket trucks—to complete electrical work in the field.

Skills

Electrical experience

Work Zone Safety certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Journeyman Electrician's license

Job description

Power the systems that keep our city running.

Who we are looking for:

• Someone with a High school diploma or GED, along with three (3) years of electrical experience in installation, maintenance, and repair—or completion of an electrical apprenticeship.
• Possession of a Journeyman Electrician's license with working knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC) standards.
• A valid driver's license with the ability to be insured on the city's insurance plan.
• Ability to obtain Work Zone Safety certification within 6 (six) months of employment.
• Willingness to respond to emergency call-outs and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, drug and alcohol screening, and physical agility assessment.

Looking to stand out?While not required, the following skills, experience, and training can help set you apart from other applicants:

• Possession of International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signal Technician 1.
• Experience with repair work of street lighting.

What You'll Do:

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide range of electrical systems, including street lighting, traffic signals, high-voltage equipment, and facility systems.
• Inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot electrical issues to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.
• Operate tools and equipment—including bucket trucks—to complete electrical work in the field.

Why You'll Love Working Here:We offer more than just a paycheck — we invest in you!Enjoy great benefits like:

• A supportive team that wants to see you succeed and has a plan for you to advance in your career!
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• LAGERS retirement benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 holidays.
• Cox Fitness Center individual membership -- AquaPlex family pass.
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training

The starting hourly wage is $28.04 per hour. Candidates who exceed the minimum qualifications can earn up to $33.65 an hour.

WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday, 7:30a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Some after hours will be required.
WORK LOCATION:In and around the City of Branson, Missouri; This position requires work to be performed onsite.
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

EEO

The City of Branson provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Branson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The City of Branson will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. All individuals hired will be required to provide documentation to establish identity and employment authorization as a condition of employment. The City of Branson is a tobacco-free workplace.