Traffic Signal and Lighting Specialist

Lansing Board of Water & Light; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

11 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company GC

On-site fitness facilities

Free parking

Job summary

Lansing Board of Water & Light is seeking a Traffic Signal Maintenance Specialist to install and service streetlighting systems, both overhead and underground, and to support safe operations around busy intersections.

The role requires a high school diploma, MI licenses or journeyman status, IMSA levels 1–2, and ability to read prints and operate bucket/truck equipment. CDL Class A and DOT readiness are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Traffic Signal Maintenance Specialist or State of Michigan electrician license.
• IMSA levels 1 or 2 certification or obtain within 13 months.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain wiring, components, and controls for traffic signals.
• Work above intersections and in handholes; troubleshoot signal devices.
• Read and interpret overhead/underground streetlight drawings.
• Communicate procedures and safety to staff and customers.
• Drive bucket and platform trucks; participate in standby rotation.

Skills

Reading prints/drawings

Customer communication

Safety procedures

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Traffic Signal Maint. Specialist or MI Electrician license

IMSA levels 1 or 2

Tools

Bucket/platform trucks

Overhead/underground streetlighting tools

Job description

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $53.64 - $56.37

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Responsible for installation and maintenance of traffic signal controller devices, interface equipment and performing all functions pertaining to overhead and underground street lighting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Installs and maintains electrical wiring, components and controls for traffic signal equipment. Works above street intersections as well as some underground handholes. Troubleshoots multi- function fixed, timed, and solid-state traffic control devices. Responsible for adjusting and properly timing traffic signals as necessary. Learns to use and operate all tools and equipment pertaining to overhead and underground streetlighting lines. Identifies and handles all materials and components associated with secondary overhead and underground street lighting lines. Learns to read and interpret various overhead and underground streetlight prints and drawings. Communicates with employees and other departments to assure proper understanding of job procedures, daily activities, and safety procedures, etc. Communicates with customers to promote a positive awareness of BWL responsibility. Drives and operates bucket and platform trucks. Must be willing and able to work standby rotation as required. Follows BWL safety manual and wears required personal protective equipment as required. Attends training for safety awareness and/or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL, or governmental agency such as MIOSHA. Performs other duties as necessitated by job responsibilities.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES High school diploma or equivalent. Journey Traffic Signal Maintenance Specialist or State of Michigan licensed Electrician. Must possess International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) levels 1 or 2 certification or obtain 13 months after accepting position. Following qualifications are preferred: attendance in Traffic Control Equipment school, knowledge of service area, or three (3) years Traffic Signal Specialist field experience.

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE (CDL)

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. If an Internal applicant does not possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Class A endorsement, they will be required to pass the Department of Transportation physical exam and State of MI written portion of CDL examination within 15 days of transfer and successfully pass the MI CDL skills/road test within 6 months of the date of internal transfer. External applicants must possess valid CDL with Class A endorsement. Individuals will be subject to DOT requirements in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA), including random testing for controlled substances and alcohol. Must be able to pass medical requirements for asbestos abatement license. Must be respirator certified.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifts controllers and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Good visual acuity required to identify wire coding and operate platform/bucket trucks. Must be able to work above street intersection from platform or bucket truck as well as in hand holes. Job functions require considerable standing as well as ability to stoop, bend, twist and climb.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Outdoor temperature and humidity ranges. Noise and dust levels may be high at times when working above street intersections. Must work in high traffic areas. Occasional exposure to confined spaces.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
• Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.
• Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.
• Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.
• Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

About BWL

The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities. The Location: Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining. THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally-owned public utility that provides safe, reliable and affordable utility products and services to around 100,000 electric and 58,000 water customers throughout the greater Lansing area. Our mission is to is to provide a safe, reliable and affordable utility experience through public ownership, climate consciousness and innovative strategies.

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