Lead Electrician — Traffic & Lighting Operations

City of Champaign

Champaign (IL)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
IMRF pension

Job summary

The City of Champaign seeks an expert electrician to lead the Traffic and Lighting team in the Public Works Operations Division. You will oversee maintenance of traffic signals, street lighting, crosswalk signals, and related equipment to keep critical infrastructure running safely.

Responsibilities include after-hours on-call support, event operations, hazard mitigation, and coordination with city departments. Requires master electrician credentials and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Master Electrician with NEC/ICC recognized exam.
  • Supervisory or lead role experience in field.
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license with clean record.
  • Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise team maintaining traffic signals and street lighting.
  • Plan repair/maintenance of crosswalk signals and related equipment.
  • Provide after-hours on-call support and emergency response.
  • Support snow and ice removal operations as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Master Electrician
Supervisory experience
CDL B license
Forklift certification
Driver's license
Customer service

Education

High school diploma
National Standard Master Electrician Examination

Job description

The City of Champaign seeks an expert electrician to lead the Traffic and Lighting team in the Public Works Operations Division. You will oversee maintenance of traffic signals, street lighting, crosswalk signals, and related equipment to keep critical infrastructure running safely.

Responsibilities include after-hours on-call support, event operations, hazard mitigation, and coordination with city departments. Requires master electrician credentials and supervisory experience.

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