Skilled Traffic Signal & Lighting Electrician

City of Kingston, NY; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kingston, NY is seeking a Traffic Electrician to perform skilled electrical work on traffic signals and outdoor lighting. You will install, inspect, maintain and repair systems, and stay on-call to ensure safety and reliability of city lighting networks.

You will work with a range of equipment, read electrical diagrams, and follow NEC and city standards. The role requires hands-on expertise and strong record-keeping, with on-site duties throughout the City.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Apprenticeship in electrical trade or equivalent experience is required.
• Certificates from an electrical trade school are acceptable with apprentice experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain traffic signal systems and pole-mounted lighting.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and testing of signals and lighting.
• Inspect and oversee work by contractors on lighting projects.
• Locate and mark underground utilities and maintain records.

Skills

Traffic signals

Pole lighting

Electrical diagnostics

Safety procedures

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical trade school certificate

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Aerial truck operation

Underground line tracer

Job description

The City of Kingston, NY is seeking a Traffic Electrician to perform skilled electrical work on traffic signals and outdoor lighting. You will install, inspect, maintain and repair systems, and stay on-call to ensure safety and reliability of city lighting networks.

You will work with a range of equipment, read electrical diagrams, and follow NEC and city standards. The role requires hands-on expertise and strong record-keeping, with on-site duties throughout the City.