Street Light Technician — Entry Level, Paid Training

Asplundh; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-paid legal plan

EAP

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Asplundh is seeking an entry-level streetlight technician to repair and maintain lighting infrastructure. The role is outdoors and requires use of aerial devices, operating various trucks and tools, and working with utility partners.

Paid on-the-job training is provided and a 40-hour workweek is typical, with potential overtime or weekend hours. Tools, uniforms, and PPE are supplied, including hardhat, safety vests, glasses, and gloves.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Overtime and weekend hours may be required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain streetlights from aerial devices.
• Operate heavy and light construction equipment.
• Excavate ground areas for poles or foundations.
• Keep logs and stay organized.
• Coordinate with locating companies to identify underground hazards.
• Interpret construction plans and as-builts and execute accordingly.
• Maintain good relationships with traffic control and utility partners.
• Communicate with management about all job functions.
• Work near energized equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Assist with emergency storm-related work.

Skills

Physical fitness

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digger derrick trucks

Bucket trucks

Backhoes

Air compressors

Generators

Job description

Asplundh is seeking an entry-level streetlight technician to repair and maintain lighting infrastructure. The role is outdoors and requires use of aerial devices, operating various trucks and tools, and working with utility partners.

Paid on-the-job training is provided and a 40-hour workweek is typical, with potential overtime or weekend hours. Tools, uniforms, and PPE are supplied, including hardhat, safety vests, glasses, and gloves.