Airport Lighting & Sign Technician

Position Title :

Airport Lighting & Sign Technician

Job Description :

Are you an experienced lighting and sign technician with a knack for troubleshooting and a passion for aviation? Join us as an Airport Lighting & Sign Technician and become an integral part of our team responsible for maintaining and enhancing our airport's lighting and signage systems.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal of our airport's facilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for hands-on problem-solving, collaboration with various stakeholders, and the chance to work on innovative lighting energy conservation projects.

About the Position :

As an Airport Lighting & Sign Technician, you will troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in lighting and sign systems, using a variety of test instruments and tools.

Your duties will include repairing or replacing faulty wiring, planning and installing building lighting distribution systems, and maintaining electrical equipment.

You will also be responsible for reading blueprints, maintaining accurate records, performing preventive maintenance, and working with contractors to ensure compliance with airport specifications.

This role requires the ability to operate heavy equipment and a willingness to work in varying weather conditions and heights.

Additionally, you will design and implement lighting energy conservation measures, providing backup support for the sign shop as needed.

About the Team :

Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to maintaining and improving the lighting and signage systems at our airport.

Our team values collaboration, innovation, and a proactive approach to maintenance and repairs. We work closely with tenants, vendors, and contractors to meet the lighting needs of our airport, ensuring minimal disruption to business activities.

Our team is also focused on implementing cost-saving measures and energy conservation projects, working hand-in-hand with Building Automations programmers.

If you are a skilled technician with a strong background in computer-controlled lighting systems and a passion for aviation, we invite you to apply and become a part of our dynamic and supportive team.

Early application is encouraged as the position will remain open until filled.

Position Salary / Hourly Range :

$23.42 - $30.79

based on qualifications and experience.

Early application submittal is encouraged. The position will remain open until filled and may close anytime without notice.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including :

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and / or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES :

Troubleshoots and diagnoses lighting, sign systems, or equipment malfunctions using various test instruments and tools.

Repairs or replaces faulty wiring. Requests or recommends required maintenance of related facilities, buildings and associated equipment related to lighting systems.

May request Capital Improvement projects for lighting systems.

• Plans, installs and modifies building lighting distribution systems. Maintains electrical equipment including switches and lighting by making appropriate repairs and adjustments.
• Rebuilds various types of equipment such as lighting and distribution equipment, switches, contactors, relays, and related equipment as needed.
• Reads blue prints and drawings, and must be familiar with various methods of design and symbols commonly used in electrical schematics.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, time, and materials used. Maintains inventories of equipment and replacement parts.

Performs preventive maintenance and creates maintenance schedules. Recommends material procurement.

• Works with contractors and may inspect their work to ensure compliance with Airport specifications. Works closely with tenants and vendors in leased area to meet lighting needs and make repairs during hours that will not interfere with business activity.
• May operate heavy equipment, including aerial platform vehicles, trenchers, and backhoes to perform assigned tasks.
• Designs, implements, and monitors lighting energy conservation measures. Works closely with the Building Automations programmers to implement cost saving controls.
• Assembles illuminating devices into sign boxes. Constructs specialty Airport signs and provides backup support for sign shop crews when necessary.
• Repairs and services lighting and signs using hand tools, metal working tools and welding equipment, also following blueprints or engineering specifications..
• Uses computer software to run Building Automation Software and to input and track maintenance data.
• Other Duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Two years’ experience working on computer-controlled lighting systems and specialty lighting.
• Knowledge of working with energized circuits.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring, electrical controls, and lighting systems. Must be familiar
• with the proper use of hand tools commonly used in the electrical trade, and have general mechanical ability.
• Experience driving heavy excavation equipment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card. May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, depending on needs of the assigned department.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Moderately heavy physical activity. May be required to lift, pull or push moderately heavy weights. May have to stand, walk, or sit uncomfortably for extended periods.

Extreme exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust and grease. May be exposed to heights, and voltages in excess of 5,000 volts.

• Subject to callback, shift work, emergency work requirements and other non standard working hour assignments.
• Moderate exposure to stressful situations.

Additional Information :

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$23.42 - $30.79

DEPARTMENT

Airport

Full Time / Part Time :

Full time

Scheduled Hours :