Street Lighting Technician

Req ID: 28817
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 11/27/2026

Job Summary

Are you eager to grow your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? This opportunity with one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers is perfect for individuals looking to be a part of the City of Mississauga's vibrant team. As a Technician in the Street Lighting Section, you’ll have the chance to contribute to the safe and efficient operation of street lighting while gaining valuable experience working with government agencies, contractors, and city departments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct review of City street lighting infrastructure to check, record and report any defects to ensure compliance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways O. Reg. 239/02.
• Monitoring and inspection of the maintenance and capital programs, in-field studies as well as data analysis.
• Responsible for gathering and reporting data related to asset management including inventory identification of needs, deficiencies and maintenance strategy through in-field work.
• Prepares daily reports and initiates work requests/orders for streetlighting infrastructure requiring immediate action.
• Follows up on work requests/orders and notifies appropriate stakeholders.
• Prepares yearly work plan and schedule for review of all City street lighting infrastructure.
• Assist in a variety of street lighting related programs, contracts and agreements including maintenance, inspection, monitoring control system activities and data base editing.
• Work with a variety of government related agencies, City departments, Utilities, contractors and consultants concerning street lighting related items.
• Respond to various requests for information and concerns received from citizens, staff and Council via phone, writing or Council Reports as required.
• Assist the Street Lighting Electrician in testing and programing Adaptive Control nodes, and testing, repairing, and returning end of warranty luminaires.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in civil engineering technology, environmental science, transportation or a related discipline.
• A valid class “G” driver’s license (or equivalent for out-of-province applicants).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• CET designation preferred.
• Direct experience and strong understanding of data management, reporting and analysis.
• Intermediate to advanced excel skill is preferred.
• Excellent organization with the ability to manage competing tasks.
• Strong written, verbal and team communication skill sets.
• May require lifting of supplies/equipment. Exposure to computer keyboards and screens.
• Primarily office environment with site visits.

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 70,807.00 - $ 94,410.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Mavis Yard: Common Building
Hybrid Workplace
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Traffic Mgt & Municipal Parking Div , Street Lighting & Projects
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement.

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AI (Artificial Intelligence)

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates

Candidates are expected to complete interviews independently to ensure an equitable assessment. The use of AI-generated responses, AI assistants, transcription tools, or third-party coaching technologies during interviews is prohibited, unless supported by an approved accommodation and may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [email protected] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.