Job Information
Salt Lake City Corporation Traffic Signal Apprentice in Salt Lake City, Utah
Position Title:
Traffic Signal Apprentice
Job Description:
Salt Lake City is searching for driven, enthusiastic Apprentices to join our team. Apprentice responsibilities include learning and developing practical skills, participating in classes and workshops on and offsite, observing all health and safety codes, completing tests and work assignments. You should be well-organized, flexible, and willing to assist wherever possible.
To be successful as an Apprentice, you must have great time management skills and be willing to fit into the existing staff structure. Outstanding Apprentices are those who are eager to learn, respond well to constructive feedback, build good relationships with colleagues, and, ultimately, advance public good.
About the Apprenticeship:
This apprentice will be working with the Traffic Signals crew. They will learn and assist on all traffic signal maintenance and trouble calls with a Traffic Signal Technician. The apprentice will be trained and certified as an IMSA Traffic Signal I. This certification will give the apprentice the ability to apply for signal related jobs across the United States.
Position Salary Range:
$20.00/hr
Apprentice Responsibilities:
Acquire specialized skills under the tutelage of experienced mentors.
Attend workshops and participation in as many learning opportunities as possible.
Assist within the relevant department while also learning about other aspects of the city.
Observe health and safety procedures.
Complete all tests, presentations, and other required evaluations.
Positively receiving feedback.
Attend meetings and offering suggestions for improvement.
Keep a log of everything learned.
Build professional relationships with colleagues, leaders and general public.
Apprentice Requirements:
Valid driver's license may be required.
Good physical strength and hand-eye coordination may be required.
Good time management, critical, and interpersonal skills may be required.
Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and troubleshooting abilities.
A growth mindset and passion for learning.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
POSITION TYPE
Part-Time
DEPARTMENT
Public Services - Streets
Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Scheduled Hours:
20
Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .
BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.
ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.
We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.
The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.