Maintain Vancouver’s traffic signals and street lighting as an Electrician, using journeyperson-level skills across shop and field assignments.

The City of Vancouver seeks an Electrician for skilled installation, repair, and maintenance of facilities, street lighting, and traffic signal systems. Duties include responding to signal malfunctions, replacing poles and fixtures, and addressing motor vehicle accidents involving City electrical plant. This regular full time shift position includes evenings, weekends, and weekdays.

Key Responsibilities:

- Install, repair, and maintain traffic signal systems
- Re-lamp street lighting fixtures and replace poles
- Respond to signal malfunctions and electrical incidents
- Maintain industrial controls, generators,



and power equipment
- Record maintenance activities and ongoing tasks accurately

Requirements:

- Complete Grade 12 and recognized electrical apprenticeship
- Hold a Red Seal or BC electrical trade qualification
- Possess valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence
- Work safely on aerial lift trucks and in weather
- Read complex wiring diagrams; SCADA familiarity is an asset

Apply journeyperson electrical expertise to traffic signals, street lighting, maintenance records, and public infrastructure throughout Vancouver.

📌 City Electrician Traffic Signals (Vancouver)
🏢 City of Vancouver
📍 Vancouver