ITS Technician

Chinchor Electric, Inc.; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical employer-paid plans

Vision insurance

Life Insurance (employer-paid)

401K + Match

Paid apprenticeship & training

Job summary

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is hiring in Florida for an ITS technician to install, maintain, and repair Intelligent Transportation Systems. This role involves outdoor, rail-like roadway electrical work, night shifts, and travel to job sites as needed.

The position pays $24+ per hour and requires CDL/IMSA-related certifications preferred. Join a family-owned electrical contractor with 40 years of experience, expanding to St.

Qualifications

• 2+ years ITS/traffic signal or roadway electrical experience required.
• Experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting ITS equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and low-voltage systems and related tools.
• Must pass drug and alcohol testing and have acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ITS equipment.
• Install and service cameras, dynamic message signs, detection devices, and related electrical components.
• Read and follow project plans, specifications, and work orders.
• Follow safety requirements and maintain organized work areas.

Skills

ITS experience

Traffic signal systems

Reading electrical schematics

Valid driver's license

CDL Class A (preferred)

IMSA / MOT certifications (preferred)

Tools

Crane Certification (rigging, signaling, operating)

IMSA

Maintenance of Traffic

Job description

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is family owned and operated and has been in business for 40 years. We are celebrating being one of the Nation’s Top Workplaces after receiving the honor of being granted the Orlando Sentinel's Top Workplace award in both 2024 and 2025! We are a Commercial and Industrial Electrical contractor, performing Heavy Industrial Electrical, Highway Lighting, Traffic Signalization projects, and much more. We work with both corporate clients and government entities and maintain yearly contracts with Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Volusia counties, as well as the Florida Department of Transportation. We are proud to share that we have opened a second location in St. Augustine, Florida to serve Jacksonville and the surrounding areas and are expanding to open a third location in Summerfield to serve Ocala and the surrounding areas. We have opportunities for advancement in both career and education.

Educational Opportunities and Benefits:

• Medical (100% Employer-Paid Plan Options)
• Vision
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K + Match
• Tiered Christmas Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• 20% Night Differential
• Paid apprenticeship and training opportunities through the 4-year Florida Electrical Apprenticeship & Training (FEAT) and Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) apprenticeship programs.
• Paid certifications include:
  • CDL-A
  • Crane Certification (rigging, signaling, operating)
  • IMSA
  • Maintenance of Traffic
  • Traffic Signal Technician Levels I, II, and III

Job Type:

Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay:

$24+ Hourly, Based on Experience

Travel & night work may be required. MUST be able to work out of town and nights.

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) equipment.
• Install and service equipment including cameras, dynamic message signs, detection devices, communications equipment, and related electrical components.
• Perform testing and diagnostics to identify and resolve equipment or system issues.
• Read and follow project plans, specifications, schematics, and work orders.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and other required equipment.
• Follow FDOT, project, and company safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for company tools and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, and other project personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in ITS, traffic signal, roadway electrical, or a related field is required.
• Experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting ITS equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, low-voltage systems, communications equipment, and related tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and system issues.
• Ability to read and follow construction plans, specifications, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work safely in roadway and construction environments.
• Must be able to work outdoors, travel, and work nights, weekends, overtime, and out of town as needed.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• DOT experience required
• CDL Class A, IMSA, Maintenance of Traffic and Crane (rigging, signaling, operating) certifications are preferred.
• Must be able to pass required drug and alcohol testing.

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform multiple tasks and can handle the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to, digging using a shovel, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, sexual stereotyping, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug Free Workplace

To help ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for our employees and others, to protect Chinchor Electric, Inc. property, and to ensure efficient operations, Chinchor Electric, Inc. has adopted a policy of maintaining a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. This policy applies to all employees and other individuals who perform work for Chinchor Electric, Inc.