Signals Technician 1

SG1 Signals Technician 1

Regular/full-time

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Traffic Engineering , Engineering and Technical Services

Headingley MB

Advertisement Number: 40298

Salary(s): SG1 $66,428.00 - $74,212.00 per year

Closing Date: January 29, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Traffic Engineering branch assists in maintaining safe, efficient and effective provincial airport and marine infrastructure and services to Manitoba in a reliable and sustainable manner through our innovative, committed, and caring workforce.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess a Manitoba or Interprovincial Red Seal journeyman electrician’s H, HI, or HC license.
• Must possess and maintain a Class 5 licence and be willing to upgrade to Class 3 with airbrake endorsement (within 12 months of hire).
• Must be able to travel throughout Manitoba for up to two weeks at a time via Air, Water, or Winter Road travel, stay in remote locations and at times cook own meals.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions within Manitoba, wear Personal Protective Equipment, work on raised platforms and confined spaces, and at times work alone.
• Must be able to work on High Voltage equipment, bend, crouch, kneel, and lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Electrical construction experience including installation of 120/240 volt electrical services and 480-5000 volt equipment.
• Knowledge of the various acts, regulations, and codes governing electrical work in Manitoba.
• Knowledge and understanding of Transport Canada’s TP312, TP127E standards and CSA Standard Z462, on electrical safety.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, and plans for electrical / electronic circuitry.
• Ability to identify, control and manage hazards and risks.
• Ability to Identify and analyze problems and make independent decisions based on analysis of information gathered from onsite investigations or inspections, relevant laws and technical guidelines.
• Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a team.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with MS Office, and other computer programs.

• Experience working with Navigational aids.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical circuits.

Duties:
Reporting to the Senior Traffic Signals Technician, the Signals Technician is responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining runway lighting and navigational devices, as well as the electrical systems on ferry boats and sites. This position works closely with contractors to ensure contract requirements and specifications are met.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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