Traffic Signal Electrician

Insight Global is seeking a Traffic Signal Electrician in Detroit, MI. This individual will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of traffic signals and traffic signal control systems across county and state roadways. We are looking for someone with strong electrical troubleshooting skills who is comfortable working outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces. This person will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of traffic infrastructure throughout the region while supporting the installation and maintenance of signal systems that keep communities moving safely and efficiently.

• Install, modify, repair, program and provide routine maintenance on electrical systems, fixtures, traffic signals, HVAC electrical, electrical motors and control equipment for Bridge and structures (Department specific).
• Test and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, lift trucks to maintain and repair electrical systems.
• Drive CDL equipment, maintain CDL with A and N credentials and aerial lift certifications (on-the-job training provided)
• Measure, cuts, bends, threads, assembles poles and installs electrical conduits.
• Install controls and distribution apparatuses such as switches, relays, circuits, and breaker panels.

• Michigan Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License
• 4+ years of experience as an Electrician
• Open to working on traffic signals and related infrastructure
• Comfortable working outdoors, at heights, on ladders, and around traffic signal structures
• Willing to enter pump houses and underground confined spaces
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills (Diagnose electrical/system issues, perform repairs, and preventative maintenance)
• Experience installing, maintaining, and operating electrical equipment such as wiring, control systems, signal equipment, and related infrastructure
• Ability to read systems, evaluate performance, and identify improvements
• Experience with equipment maintenance, inspections, testing, and quality checks
• Ability to work significant overtime and on-call for emergency repairs

• Traffic signal or roadway electrical experience
• Experience with pump stations, utility infrastructure, or municipal electrical

systems

Duration: Permanent

Location: Detroit, MI

Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm

Salary: $80,000-$83,395 depending on experience

* Opportunity to earn up to 2x base salary through overtime opportunities*

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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