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Signal & Lighting Technician I

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City of Knoxville

Knoxville, TN (In Person)

$44,717 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/28/2026

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Job Description

Signal & Lighting Technician
I ENTRY-LEVEL SALARY
$44,717 annually The following documents MUST be submitted online : Completed City of Knoxville Online Application Detailed Resume (upload and attach to your online application).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent. Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver's License as required by State Law, or ability to obtain within 6 months. Must obtain IMSA Work Zone and IMSA Level I for Traffic Signal Technicians certifications within the probationary period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Operates various pieces of construction equipment such as: aerial bucket truck; trencher; forklift; loop saw; pipe threader; welder; concrete saw; and various hand tools. Troubleshoots and performs both shop and on-site repair of malfunctioning signals, controllers, communication equipment, and municipal lighting required for the operation of the City's transportation system both during normal working hours and on a rotating standby or on call holiday and night work schedule. Repairs and tests signals and associated hardware, rewires, replaces broken parts, etc. Enters work orders on computer. Provides traffic control at work site. Installs traffic signal heads, traffic loop detectors, etc.
which involves:
reading signalization blueprints; performing various overhead and underground construction activities; and the wiring of signals and service disconnects. Assists in receiving and stocking appropriate repair and construction materials for the shop and each vehicle. Assists in the maintenance of both shop and grounds.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $44,717.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
On the road