Roadway Electrician
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Listed
- 13 days ago
Position Summary
The Roadway Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of roadway electrical systems including traffic signals, highway lighting, ITS systems, and associated infrastructure. This role requires a high level of technical expertise and the ability to work independently while supporting Foremen and field leadership in executing projects safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) standards.
Work includes projects of all magnitudes, from small municipal upgrades to large-scale DOT roadway infrastructure installations in active traffic environments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot:
- Traffic signal systems (controllers, cabinets, signal heads, detection systems)
- Roadway and highway lighting systems (poles, luminaires, wiring, controls)
- Electrical distribution systems (services, panels, grounding systems)
- ITS and communication systems (fiber optics, cameras, dynamic message signs)
- Perform wire terminations, splicing, and electrical testing
- Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and specifications
- Ensure all installations comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), KYTC specifications, and local regulations
- Assist Foreman with layout, planning, and execution of work
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues with minimal supervision
- Perform underground conduit installation and wire pulls
- Verify grounding and bonding of all systems
- Conduct system testing, startup, and commissioning
- Maintain accurate documentation including as-builts and testing results
- Coordinate with inspectors, utilities, and other trades
- Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in proper working condition
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Valid Kentucky Electrical License (Journeyman or Master Electrician)
- High school diploma or GED required
- Completion of electrical apprenticeship or equivalent experience
- 4-7+ years of electrical construction experience (roadway or outdoor infrastructure preferred)
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and troubleshooting
Skills & Abilities
- Advanced technical proficiency in electrical installation and diagnostics
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in installations
- Effective communication with crews and leadership
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- High level of safety awareness
What We Offer
- Competitive Wages
- Health Insurance: 3 plans to choose from through United Health Care (Effective Date of Hire)
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability (Company Provided)
- Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
- Employee Paid Policies Available: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Policies
- 401(k) with Company Matching: (Effective Date of Hire)
- Paid Holidays (Eligibility Starts Immediately)
- Paid Time Off (Eligibility Starts Immediately)
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Jury Duty Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Performance Evaluations Program
- Arrow SWAG Store (Company-Logo Clothing and Merchandise)
- Power Tool Incentive Program
- Safety, Skills, and Leadership Development/Training
- Electrical License Continuing Education and Renewals Paid
- One Team! One Arrow!
- EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
About the company
Come Energize your Career with Arrow Electric!
We are growing and looking for talent to grow with us.
Since 1957, Arrow Electric has provided trustworthy, dependable, and cost-effective Electrical, Installations, and Services with the highest quality workmanship. We embrace expanding technologies and maintain a highly trained workforce to keep us at the forefront of our industry.
Arrow Electric highly values our Team Members, striving to put employees first and continually working for better ways to improve the Employee Experience. As a company, Arrow Electric is large enough to offer a truly diverse set of work environments ranging in size and scope but still provide individual career attention that focuses on your personal growth towards success.
When you join the Arrow Team, you are joining a company that lives and breathes its Core Values and one driven each day by our Core Purpose: "Empowering Our People To Power Our Partners and Communities."
We will set goals and expectations. We will challenge you to achieve personal excellence.
That is the One Arrow Way to Career Success that comes with Arrow Opportunity!
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Arrow Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
From Arrow Electric's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 27, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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