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Journeyman Signals Electrician/ Technician

City of Calgary · Calgary, AB

Pay from the posting

$56.02 / h

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Compensation: $56.02 per hour

Closing date
Oct 19, 2026
Listing language
English
Employer posting checked
Oct 6, 2026, 12:26 p.m.

Responsibilities

  • Install, construct, repair, and troubleshoot LRT signals, communications, and equipment.
  • Inspect and test the operation of gate crossing, switch machines, and interlockings.
  • Configure, test and wire traffic signal cabinets, intersections, signalized crosswalks, and detection systems.
  • Install and program communications equipment including radios, fibre optics and cellular components.
  • Install and repair steel structures for traffic signals.
  • Troubleshoot and repair traffic signals, signalized crosswalks and detection systems.
  • Perform maintenance on Digital Message Signs, Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras and other intelligent traffic system equipment.

Schedule and conditions

  • Working Conditions: This position will perform work in an outdoor environment, with exposure to various heights, weather conditions, confined space, noise, LRT right of ways, roadways, electrical and mechanical hazards.
  • Union: IBEW Local 254
  • Position Type: 4 Temporary (up to 24 months)
  • Hours of work: Non-standard 40 hour work week.
  • Days of work: This position works a non-standard work week. Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, shift work and overtime.

Qualifications and requirements

  • A completed 2 year diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology; OR
  • A valid Journeyperson Electrician certificate, or equivalent as recognized by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board.
  • At least 3 years experience as a Journeyperson Electrician or as an Electronic Engineering Technologist is required.
  • A valid Full Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending is required.
  • Knowledge of relay components and logic, fibre switching, and DC power systems is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret logic programming, electronics/electro mechanical, and civil schematic drawings is required.
  • A valid Class 3 Driver's License with 'Q' endorsement will be considered an asset.
  • Ability to work well and exercise good judgement and diplomacy under pressure, while dealing with multiple interested parties, responsibilities, and projects.
  • Must be able to collaborate and work cohesively in a team environment.
  • Working Conditions: This position will perform work in an outdoor environment, with exposure to various heights, weather conditions, confined space, noise, LRT right of ways, roadways, electrical and mechanical hazards.
  • Pre-employment Requirements
  • Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
  • Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
Full employer description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. As a Journeyperson Signals Electrician/Technician, you will be responsible for the construction and maintenance of Traffic Signals, Communications and Light Rail Transit (LRT) Signal systems. Primary duties include: Install, construct, repair, and troubleshoot LRT signals, communications, and equipment. Inspect and test the operation of gate crossing, switch machines, and interlockings. Configure, test and wire traffic signal cabinets, intersections, signalized crosswalks, and detection systems. Install and program communications equipment including radios, fibre optics and cellular components. Install and repair steel structures for traffic signals. Troubleshoot and repair traffic signals, signalized crosswalks and detection systems. Perform maintenance on Digital Message Signs, Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras and other intelligent traffic system equipment. Qualifications A completed 2 year diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology; OR A valid Journeyperson Electrician certificate, or equivalent as recognized by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board. At least 3 years experience as a Journeyperson Electrician or as an Electronic Engineering Technologist is required. A valid Full Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending is required. Knowledge of relay components and logic, fibre switching, and DC power systems is required. Ability to read and interpret logic programming, electronics/electro mechanical, and civil schematic drawings is required. A valid Class 3 Driver's License with 'Q' endorsement will be considered an asset. Ability to work well and exercise good judgement and diplomacy under pressure, while dealing with multiple interested parties, responsibilities, and projects. Must be able to collaborate and work cohesively in a team environment. Working Conditions: This position will perform work in an outdoor environment, with exposure to various heights, weather conditions, confined space, noise, LRT right of ways, roadways, electrical and mechanical hazards. Pre-employment Requirements Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months. Position and Pay Information Business Unit: Mobility Union: IBEW Local 254 Position Type: 4 Temporary (up to 24 months) Compensation: $56.02 per hour Hours of work: Non-standard 40 hour work week. Days of work: This position works a non-standard work week. Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, shift work and overtime. Location: 840 32 Avenue NE Audience: Internal/External Apply By: October 19th, 2026 Job ID: 315385

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