Streetlight Design Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Streetlight Design Technologist, you will be responsible for the planning, design, design review, tendering and inspection of streetlight systems in new subdivisions, capital major roads projects, and streetlight capital upgrading projects. Primary duties include:
- Prepare project packages for maintenance and capital projects, including analysis of the existing system, site visits to test circuits and confirm existing infrastructure, new circuitry design, AGi Lighting Analysis (AGi 32 software) of existing and proposed streetlights, voltage drop calculations, Utility Line Assignment (ULA) approval and cost estimates.
- Complete inspections upon work completion to test circuits and award Construction Completion Certificate (CCC) and Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC).
- Represent Mobility's interests on street light matters assuring that street light inquiries are responded to in a timely, complete, and defensible manner.
- Act as the subject matter expert to both internal and external interested parties to successfully address inquiries, including subdivision and major project reviews.
- Review development permit applications and assesses required upgrades.
- Prepare design drawings, cost estimates, tenders, and purchase orders to remove the identified conflicts.
- Manage 5G Wireless Infrastructure Installations, providing subject matter expertise, conducting inspections, and acting as champion to ensure construction and installation does not negatively affect the street light system.
- Project manage capital and maintenance projects through inception, tender, and construction, overseeing project budget and monitors and reporting progress and expenditures.
- Provides technical input and support to engineers and Design and Maintenance Supervisors, including planning, scheduling, coordination, review, and modifications to the street light electrical systems.
- Inspects and monitors maintenance and construction activities throughout construction to ensure quality, workmanship, relevant codes and safety standards are followed which meet or exceed The City's specifications and standards.
Qualifications
- A completed 2-year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering Technology and at least 5 years of experience in Street light design or a closely related field is required
- Previous or other related experience working with an electrical utility preparing street light designs and managing streetlight construction projects is required.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
- Access to a personal vehicle for business use is required.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and lighting design software AGI32 will be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) and Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) will be considered an asset.
- Familiarity with ROADS operating processes including, excavation permits, street use permits, concrete & asphalt repairs, E-Permits and the Temporary Traffic Control Manual will be considered an asset.
- Experience performing voltage drop calculations will be considered an asset.
- Experience with electrical trouble shooting operating photo electric relays and service cabinets to identify faulted underground conductors will be considered an asset.
- Experience with Utility Alignment Permits using Calgary Rights of Way Management System (CROWM) will be considered an asset.
- Experience interpreting structural drawings for vertical steel structures and concrete foundations (Cast in Place and Pre-cast) will be considered an asset.
- A Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation is an asset.
- Excellent communication skills, the ability to work well within a team environment, high attention to detail, good initiative and self-motivation.
Working Conditions: Office environment and regular site visits with exposure to major and minor hazards including testing live electrical circuits, weather conditions year-round, and exposure to vehicular traffic on residential and major roads. This position conducts work using hand tools and a 40lb telescoping device for testing. Interacts with disgruntled contractors and citizens.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
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.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Mobility
Position Type: 2 Temporary (up to 23 months)
Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 25, 2025
Job ID #: 312203
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Streetlight Design Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Streetlight Design Technologist, you will be responsible for the planning, design, design review, tendering and inspection of streetlight systems in new subdivisions, capital major roads projects, and streetlight capital upgrading projects. Primary duties include:
- Prepare project packages for maintenance and capital projects, including analysis of the existing system, site visits to test circuits and confirm existing infrastructure, new circuitry design, AGi Lighting Analysis (AGi 32 software) of existing and proposed streetlights, voltage drop calculations, Utility Line Assignment (ULA) approval and cost estimates.
- Complete inspections upon work completion to test circuits and award Construction Completion Certificate (CCC) and Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC).
- Represent Mobility's interests on street light matters assuring that street light inquiries are responded to in a timely, complete, and defensible manner.
- Act as the subject matter expert to both internal and external interested parties to successfully address inquiries, including subdivision and major project reviews.
- Review development permit applications and assesses required upgrades.
- Prepare design drawings, cost estimates, tenders, and purchase orders to remove the identified conflicts.
- Manage 5G Wireless Infrastructure Installations, providing subject matter expertise, conducting inspections, and acting as champion to ensure construction and installation does not negatively affect the street light system.
- Project manage capital and maintenance projects through inception, tender, and construction, overseeing project budget and monitors and reporting progress and expenditures.
- Provides technical input and support to engineers and Design and Maintenance Supervisors, including planning, scheduling, coordination, review, and modifications to the street light electrical systems.
- Inspects and monitors maintenance and construction activities throughout construction to ensure quality, workmanship, relevant codes and safety standards are followed which meet or exceed The City's specifications and standards.
Qualifications
- A completed 2-year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering Technology and at least 5 years of experience in Street light design or a closely related field is required
- Previous or other related experience working with an electrical utility preparing street light designs and managing streetlight construction projects is required.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
- Access to a personal vehicle for business use is required.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and lighting design software AGI32 will be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) and Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) will be considered an asset.
- Familiarity with ROADS operating processes including, excavation permits, street use permits, concrete & asphalt repairs, E-Permits and the Temporary Traffic Control Manual will be considered an asset.
- Experience performing voltage drop calculations will be considered an asset.
- Experience with electrical trouble shooting operating photo electric relays and service cabinets to identify faulted underground conductors will be considered an asset.
- Experience with Utility Alignment Permits using Calgary Rights of Way Management System (CROWM) will be considered an asset.
- Experience interpreting structural drawings for vertical steel structures and concrete foundations (Cast in Place and Pre-cast) will be considered an asset.
- A Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation is an asset.
- Excellent communication skills, the ability to work well within a team environment, high attention to detail, good initiative and self-motivation.
Working Conditions: Office environment and regular site visits with exposure to major and minor hazards including testing live electrical circuits, weather conditions year-round, and exposure to vehicular traffic on residential and major roads. This position conducts work using hand tools and a 40lb telescoping device for testing. Interacts with disgruntled contractors and citizens.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
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.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Mobility
Position Type: 2 Temporary (up to 23 months)
Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 25, 2025
Job ID #: 312203
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.