Job Description:

Keep Our Streets Connected. Maintain Essential Transportation Infrastructure. Support Safe Travel.

At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs—where your technical expertise and commitment to safety help keep our streets illuminated, intersections operating smoothly, and transportation networks functioning safely and efficiently.

Here, you will install, maintain, and repair traffic control and street lighting infrastructure that residents rely on every day. From troubleshooting critical systems to supporting new installations, you'll play an important role in maintaining the essential infrastructure that keeps our community connected and moving. You'll be part of a workplace that values respect, fosters growth, and promotes a culture of diversity, well-being, and collaboration.

Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and robust sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.

Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day

As a , you will help ensure the safety and reliability of the City's transportation infrastructure. Your work will support motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users by maintaining the traffic control and street lighting systems that contribute to safe and efficient travel throughout our community.

Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community

How You’ll Support the Team

In this role, you will install, maintain, and repair traffic control and street lighting systems while providing technical leadership and support to the team. You will also have the following accountabilities:

- Responsible for installing all new Traffic Control & Street Lighting.
- Responsible for maintaining and repairing Traffic Control & Street Lighting equipment.
- Assumes the duties of the Crew Leader when assigned.
- Attends Safety, Traffic Control and Electrical seminars.

What You Can Count On With Us

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being,



growth, and sense of purpose come first. As a , you'll enjoy:

- A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
- A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
- Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
- Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
- Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your technical skills and certifications
- A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Here's what will help you succeed as the :

- A certified Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Power Lineman Licence is required
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent
- Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
- Must be reliable with the ability to effectively assign work, direct and instruct employees

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Keep Our City Moving - Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you'll help create safer, healthier, and more sustainable ways for people to move throughout our community while making a lasting impact every day.

Apply today and start your next chapter with the City of Thunder Bay.

General Information:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities,



members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

- Photos
- Any certificates that have photo identification
- Driver’s licences
- Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866

The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.

The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together!

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📌 Traffic Control & Street Lighting Technician I (Full-Time) (Thunder Bay)
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