Street Light Tech - Non-union

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Aflac supplemental programs

Long‑term disability

Pre‑paid legal plan

EAP

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Streetlight Technician to repair and maintain streetlights and related equipment. The role involves managing assignments, company equipment, and vehicles while following Safety and Health protocols.

This outdoor, full-time position requires proficiency with voltmeters, hand and power tools, and experience in electrical tasks. DOT card and driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Proficient with voltmeter, power tools, and hand tools.
• 40 hours per week; overtime may be required.
• Knowledge of power delivery and safety protocols.
• Operate heavy equipment safely on and off road.

Responsibilities

• Performs streetlight installation and maintenance from aerial devices.
• Operate digger derrick trucks, bucket trucks, backhoes and related tools.
• Excavate sites for poles or foundations as needed.
• Keep logs of job processes and stay organized.
• Coordinate with locating companies to identify underground hazards.
• Interpret plans and execute installations accurately.
• Maintain relationships with traffic control and utility partners.
• Communicate with management about all job functions.
• Work safely near energized and hazardous equipment.
• Assist on emergency calls with first responders.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Tool proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Volt meter

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Streetlight Technician

This is an outdoor position that requires some electrical experience. All tools, uniforms, and PPE are provided, including a hard hat, safety vests, safety glasses, work gloves, etc.

Description

This position is responsible for repairing and maintaining streetlights while managing assignments, company equipment, and vehicles, and following company and industry Safety and Health protocols.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• Retirement plan
• Company-provided life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance with spouse and child coverage options
• Choice of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
• Long-term disability
• Pre-paid legal plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Various employee discount programs and resources
  

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Performs work from aerial devices to install and maintain streetlights and related equipment.
• Operate heavy and light construction equipment such as digger derrick trucks, bucket trucks, backhoes, air compressors, generators, and all hand tools associated with the scope of work.
• Maneuver construction equipment safety during all functions of work.
• Excavate ground areas for the setting of poles or foundations.
• Keep accurate logs of the job process and be an organized individual.
• Work closely with locating companies to identify underground hazards.
• Interpret construction plans, blueprints, and as-builts. Execute and work the plan accurately.
• Maintain a good working relationship with all persons involved in the construction process such as traffic control companies and utility partners.
• Keep open communication with all levels of management related to all job functions.
• Work safety near energized and hazardous equipment.
• Work with first responders for emergency jobs such as knockdowns.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be proficient in the use of tools, such as voltmeter, power tools, and hand tools.
• Weather permitting, this is a 40-hour-per-week job. Overtime and weekend hours may be required.
• Knowledge of power delivery and an ability to identify power delivery components.
• Operate heavy equipment on and off the road safely.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications

• A valid DOT Medical Card is required.
• A valid Driver's license is required.

Travel Requirements

• Travel might be necessary only during emergency storm work.

Physical Requirements

• RARE(less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
• OCCASIONAL(up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading, Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• FREQUENT(up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
• CONTINUOUS(up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

About Us

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.