Streetlight Specialist I, II, or III

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Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Join Our Team as a Streetlight Specialist - Where Precision Meets Impact for a Safer, More Connected Community!

Are you passionate about keeping communities safe and well-lit? Do you have a knack for solving technical challenges and ensuring infrastructure operates seamlessly? If so, we’re looking for someone with a passion for technical systems, community impact, and hands-on problem solving.

As a Streetlight Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our city’s streetlight systems. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in the everyday lives of residents.

What You’ll Do: Maintain, repair, and optimize streetlighting systems to keep our city safe and bright. Respond promptly to service calls to ensure minimal downtime for critical infrastructure Collaborate with a skilled team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently. Stay ahead of the curve by integrating innovative technologies and energy-saving solutions into our systems.

Why Choose This Role?

Impact on Community Safety and Accessibility: Streetlighting plays a critical role in ensuring roads, pathways, and public spaces are safe and accessible. As a streetlight specialist, you directly contribute to enhancing visibility, reducing accidents, and improving quality of life in your community.

Diverse Technical Challenges: The role involves working with various technologies, including LED lighting, smart sensors, and energy-efficient systems. This variety keeps the work engaging and offers opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge systems.

Career Stability and Growth: Infrastructure and public utilities are essential services, providing job stability and opportunities for advancement. Specialists with certifications and experience can progress to supervisory or managerial roles.

Environmental Contribution: Many streetlighting projects focus on sustainability, such as implementing energy-efficient lighting and reducing carbon footprints. This work allows you to make a tangible impact on environmental conservation efforts.

Hands-On Work: If you enjoy working outdoors and solving practical challenges, this career offers the chance to apply technical skills in a physical, dynamic setting.

Pride in Visible Results: Streetlighting improvements are immediately noticeable and appreciated by the public, giving you a sense of accomplishment and pride in your work.

Requirements by Level

Streetlight Specialist I (Entry-level)

• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in streetlighting is preferred. A background and knowledge of standards and specifications for basic wiring, grounding, equipment, electrical safety, or a related field is required. Equivalent combinations of education, specialized training or related experience may be considered.

• Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license with a favorable driving record is required. A valid Class B CDL (with air brakes) is required at the time of hire or must be obtained within six months of employment. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician and Roadway Lighting Technician I certifications, or equivalent, must be obtained within twelve months of employment.

• Pay Range: Starting at $21.75 up to $28.90, depending on qualifications.

Streetlight Specialist II

• Experience: A minimum of one year of similar experience in streetlight maintenance or related fields is required. Strong technical skills with a background and knowledge of standards ad specifications of basic wiring, grounding, equipment, electrical safety, or a related field is required. Equivalent combinations of education, specialized training, or related experience may be considered.

• Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license with a favorable driving record is required. A valid Class B CDL (with air brakes) is required at the time of hire or must be obtained within six months of employment. IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician and Roadway Lighting Technician I and II certifications, or equivalent, are required within twelve months of employment.

• Pay Range: Starting at $23.75 up to $31.79, depending on qualifications.

Streetlight Specialist III

• Experience: At least two years of experience in streetlight maintenance or related fields is required. Advanced technical skills, including a background and knowledge of standards and specifications for basic wiring, grounding, equipment, electrical safety, or related areas, are essential. Leadership experience with strong mentoring abilities is also required. Equivalent combinations of education, specialized training, or related experience may be considered.

• Licenses & Certifications: IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician, and Roadway Lighting Technician I and II certifications, or equivalent, are required within twelve months of employment. Completion of Electrical Academy I & II, or equivalent course is required.

• Pay Range: Starting at $25.50, up to $34.97, depending on qualifications.

• Additional Requirements for All Levels: A valid driver's license and favorable driving record.

Schedule: 7:30 AM to 4:00PM, Monday through Friday.

Why Work for the City of Olathe?

• Employee-Centered Benefits:
  • Free on-site health clinic for employees enrolled in City healthcare.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Competitive pay and time-off packages.
  • Tuition reimbursement and an Employee Wellbeing program.

• Additional Perks: Flexible spending accounts, workout facilities, an employee assistance program, and more.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience with electrical systems, preferably in streetlighting or a similar field.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Passion for making a positive impact in your community.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to become a Streetlight Specialist and help us shine a light on our city’s future!

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

• Provides oversight of the asset management process for all city owned streetlight infrastructure.
• Provide field support to support fiber optic network backbone repairs and expansions.
• Manage the City’s utility location contract.
• Oversees inspections and repairs of street lighting devices installed/repaired by contractors.
• Provides assistance in project management, budget oversight and operations.
• In the Street Light Supervisors absence, attends design, utility, preconstruction meetings.
• Fulfills material requisitions and manages material inventory for streetlight operations.
• Updates all street lighting specifications and AutoCAD files.
• Respond to and investigate complaints and requests from city officials and residents.

Experience & Qualification Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Experience: 5 year of similar experience required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Additional specialized training in basic electronics, electricity or a related field required. (Experience may be substituted for specialized training).

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of valid Class B CDL (with air brakes) required, or acquisition of said license within 6 months of employment required. Required certification in IMSA Work Zone, Roadway Lighting Level II. Completion of Johnson County Community College (JCCC) Electrical Academy I & II or equivalent course.

Supervised by: Streetlight Supervisor.

Supervises: Functional supervision of junior staff.

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• City of Olathe

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