Roadway, Traffic Signals, And Lighting Technician

Arrow Electric Co; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Performance Evaluations Program

Job summary

Arrow Electric Co in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Technician to support the installation and maintenance of roadway electrical infrastructure. The role involves working hands-on with traffic signals, lighting systems, and underground conduits while ensuring safety and compliance with KYTC standards.

Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, effective communication abilities, and a willingness to learn. Benefits include competitive wages, health insurance options, and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of construction experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn roadway electrical systems and installation practices.
• Basic understanding of construction tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation of traffic signal systems and lighting.
• Perform wire pulling, cable placement, and basic terminations under supervision.
• Support installation of foundations and electrical encasements.
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.

Skills

Team collaboration

Basic mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Construction tools and equipment

Job description

Overview

Since 1957, Arrow Electric has provided trustworthy, dependable, and cost-effective Electrical, Installations, and Services with the highest quality workmanship. We embrace expanding technologies and maintain a highly trained workforce to keep us at the forefront of our industry.

Arrow Electric highly values our Team Members, striving to put employees first and continually working for better ways to improve the Employee Experience. As a company, Arrow Electric is large enough to offer a truly diverse set of work environments ranging in size and scope but still provide individual career attention that focuses on your personal growth towards success.

When you join the Arrow Team, you are joining a company that lives and breathes its Core Values and one driven each day by our Core Purpose: “Empowering Our People To Power Our Partners and Communities.”

We will set goals and expectations. We will challenge you to achieve personal excellence. That is the One Arrow Way to Career Success that comes with Arrow Opportunity!

Position Summary

The Technician supports the installation, maintenance, and repair of roadway electrical infrastructure including traffic signals, highway lighting, ITS systems, and underground conduit systems. This role works under the direction of a Foreman or Licensed Electrician and is responsible for executing field tasks safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) standards. Technicians are hands-on contributors who play a key role in project execution while developing trade skills in both electrical and civil aspects of roadway infrastructure construction.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assist in installation of:
  • Traffic signal systems (signal heads, cabinets, poles, detection systems)
  • Roadway and highway lighting systems
  • Underground conduit systems (PVC, rigid conduit, duct banks)
  • Pull boxes, handholes, and electrical enclosures
• Perform wire pulling, cable placement, and basic terminations under supervision
• Assist with trenching, excavation, backfilling, and site preparation
• Support installation of foundations, anchor bolts, and pole erection
• Load, unload, and stage materials, tools, and equipment
• Follow layout markings, instructions, and construction drawings
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting of installed systems
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
• Support traffic control setup and roadway work zone safety
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings
• Follow direction from Foreman and Electricians to meet production goals

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1–3 years of construction experience preferred (electrical or civil a plus)
• Basic understanding of construction tools and equipment
• Willingness to learn roadway electrical systems and installation practices

Additional Requirements, Skills, Abilities

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow procedures
• Ability to learn new skills quickly

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance: 3 plans to choose from through United Health Care (Effective Date of Hire)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Employee Paid Policies Available: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Policies
• 401(k) with Company Matching: (Effective Date of Hire)
• Paid Holidays (Eligibility Starts Immediately)
• Paid Time Off (Eligibility Starts Immediately)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Performance Evaluations Program
• Arrow SWAG Store (Company-Logo Clothing and Merchandise)
• Power Tool Incentive Program
• Safety, Skills, and Leadership Development/Training
• Electrical License Continuing Education and Renewals Paid

One Team! One Arrow!