Traffic Signal Electrician Foreperson Full-time Job

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Traffic Operations Superintendent and/or Manager, this position supervises all activities performed by Traffic Signal Electricians.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises, organizes, directs, assigns and monitors the work of electricians engaged in the installation and maintenance of city-owned electronic equipment and systems, primarily involving traffic control systems, radio communication systems, inventory control and shop maintenance.
• Ensures the effective use of staff, equipment and materials through planning and coordination with the Traffic Operations Superintendent.
• Monitors, evaluates and prepares reports concerning established Electronics Shop work programs, work methods, equipment and quality control standards; recommends improvements when necessary.
• Evaluates the performance of subordinate staff through the monitoring of daily work activities and records.  Provides performance evaluations through the performance management system; takes remedial action when required.  Assists with the training of employees, including Apprenticeship, Technical and Safety training, to ensure performance standards are attainable.
• Ensures that work activities are performed in accordance with approved safety procedures and standards.
• Ensures that work activities are performed in accordance with approved construction and maintenance standards.
• Communicate with a variety of groups regarding signal projects including internal staff, various contractors, consultants, developers, surveyors and other utility groups.
• Assists with the preparation of the annual capital and operating budgets, including assisting with the preparation of monthly/annual reviews and cost reports.
• Ensures that all electrical installations are properly permitted through TSASK (Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan).
• Ensures work performed is in accordance to the CEC (Canadian Electrical Code).
• Ensures that new electrical service requests are submitted to SaskPower.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education, including Math B30 (Algebra 30), Math C30 (Geo-Trigonometry 30) and Physics 30.
• Possession of a Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician Certificate
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Unrestricted Journeyperson Electrical License
• Five years' experience as a Journeyman with minimum 2 years’ experience working with Traffic Signals.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
   

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Thorough knowledge of equipment, materials and practises associated with all aspects of the installation and maintenance of traffic control systems.
• Thorough knowledge of construction, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the CEC (Canadian Electrical Code)
• Thorough knowledge of the Electrical Licensing Act 
• Considerable knowledge of WHMIS and other pertinent occupational health and safety standards.
• Ability to supervise, coordinate and develop subordinate staff.
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be listed as the Qualifying Journeyperson for the City of Saskatoon Electronics Shop Electrical Contractor License