Signal Electrician

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

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This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and efficiency of the City’s traffic signal systems, directly influencing traffic flow and public safety. Signal Electricians perform highly skilled electrical work, including the maintenance, repair, installation, and modification of traffic signals, controllers, and related equipment. Work is performed both in the field and in the shop, often in fast-paced and dynamic environments. The position includes weekly on-call rotations and responsibilities during snow removal operations, offering opportunities to demonstrate critical problem-solving skills under varying conditions. With multiple scheduling options and a focus on professional development through certifications, this role offers a rewarding career path for individuals committed to keeping the City moving.

Workdays and Hours will be determined at the time of the hire.

• Monday - Thursday: 7:00am -5:30pm
• Tuesday - Friday: 7:00am -5:30pm

Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)

**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**

**Posting may close at any time**

Compensation will be based on individual experience and determined at hire based on skills. The salary range for this position is $29.69– 35.29 hourly. Examples of Work Performed ------------------------------

• Replaces bulbs, cleans lenses, adjusts signal heads, and services fixed-time, electromechanical and solid-state controllers, maintain & repair communications equipment.
• Checks and repairs field wiring and loop detector amplifier units.
• Checks and installs loop wire in pavement.
• Installs and maintains new traffic signals and controllers.
• Erects poles, installs detector wires in road surfaces, and installs...