Electrical / Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician II (S6)

Consultant Engineering, Inc. (CEI) is an Arizona owned and operated professional engineering firm headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. As one of the Southwest’s largest construction management firms, we also provide professional right of way (appraisals, acquisition and relocation services) and land surveying services. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K), Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance, paid holidays, and PTO).

We are hiring for an IMSA Electrical Inspector for Tucson highway projects. Current IMSA II certification or ability to renew IMSA certifications.

This position enforces safety precautions on Roadway improvement projects including FMS, signal, lighting, and pedestrian push button installation, signing and striping, AC paving, and traffic control. Will perform advanced electrical/electronic inspection of materials and workmanship, and tests completed work to ensure that it is in compliance with plans, specifications and local and national electrical code. Works with minimal on-the-job supervision, and has authority to recommend acceptance or denial of the electrical portion of a construction project. Work experience and educational requisites in addition to the certification matrix are required for promotional opportunities and certification for positions.

Job Requirements

Reading and understanding blueprints, sketches and schematics of electrical and electronic components and circuits

Understanding and applying and national and local electrical codes and safety practices

Using common and specialized tools, equipment and materials

Proper use, operation, and maintenance of assigned equipment

Operating a variety of office equipment including a calculator

Use of computer programs applicable within the work unit (required assignment-specific programs are listed in the typical training and certification and minimum requirements sections below)

Organizing and prioritizing work assignments

Timely and accurate completion of work assignments

Maintaining adequate documentation of all assigned activities

Effective verbal and written communication

Interpersonal relations and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Interpreting and implementing standards, policies, procedures, and regulations applicable to the area of assignment

Completing training required for career advancement

Though not a requirement, the idea candidate will have the following:

Typical Training and Certification:

ATSSA Technician TCH1168

IMSA Traffic Signals Level 1 or Tech Level 2, IMSA Work Zone Safety Specialist CRT3180

IMSA Traffic Signals Tech Level I CRT3181 OR IMSA Traffic Signals Technician CRT31

NICE TO HAVE: ACI Field, ATTI Field Type of work - Roadway improvements including FMS, signal, lighting, and pedestrian push button installation, signing and striping, AC paving, and traffic control.

Typical Duties (individual positions may be responsible for some or all listed)

Skilled inspection of workmanship, and testing of completed electrical work to ensure conformance with safety standards, plans, specifications and local and national electrical codes, building codes, and other regulations

Inspecting and approving quality and quantity of materials and components

Determining the acceptability of traffic signal and lighting installations using testing devices

Reading plans, blueprints and schematics and interpreting specifications

Making periodic and trouble-call inspections

Using volunteer, ohm meters, ammeters and other electrical and electronic testing equipment to determine accuracy of operation and to locate malfunctions

Re-inspecting work after corrections have been made

Inspecting traffic signal and highway wiring, electronic components and lighting devices such as walk/wait signals; traffic lights and their actuators; highway, bridge, intersection and sign illumination; and standards, arms, and reflectors

Providing technical information to supervisors, clients and contractors

Investigation of safety issues

Enforcing regulations, stopping operations of unsafe installations

Operating hydraulic benders, boring devices, trucks, trenchers, universal hoisting and related equipment

Estimating work progress; daily and monthly reports

Minimum Requirements

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer skills and proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Windows OS

All certifications and training required to perform assigned duties

At least one year of experience as an Electrical/Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician I

FMS, signal, lighting, and pedestrian push button installation

Knowledge of electricity theory and electronics

Knowledge of national and local electrical codes and ordinances; zoning regulations and contract specifications

Knowledge of common safety practices, and safety hazards specific to working with electrical devices and high-voltage wiring

Knowledge of common and specialized tools, and equipment and materials related to the trade

Knowledge of blueprints, sketches and schematics of electrical and electronic components and circuits

Knowledge of methods and procedures for installing, repairing, diagnosing and inspecting traffic signal and illumination devices

Knowledge of computer programs applicable to functional work unit

Knowledge of approved recordkeeping and documentation methods, procedures, and techniques

Abilities Required (Individual positions may be subject to some or all of the conditions listed)

Working safely in extreme weather conditions with UV radiation exposure

Working safely in areas subject to traffic hazards and continuous loud noises

Working safely in proximity to large construction equipment and hazardous materials

Working safely in construction areas located in rugged terrain

Working safely in confined spaces

Working safely at heights over 10 feet

Safe lifting of heavy materials in excess of 50 lbs.

Extended walking over rough terrain

Frequent travel to work in remote locales

Shift work and flexible workday hours

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are accountable for all duties within the role of this job and may also perform additional responsibilities as needed.