Roadway Lighting Technician

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Roadway Lighting Technician

Apr 16, 2026

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Since 1921, MB HAYNES Corporation, in Asheville, NC, has provided solid, stable careers for many good people. As market leaders, we have enjoyed tremendous growth through the years, and we are poised for even greater growth in the future. We believe in our tag line, Quality, Commitment & Character all day, every day. If you are looking for a professional environment to both further your career and be a part of something great, become a member of our 100% Employee Owned MB HAYNES family.

Position Summary

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of roadway and highway lighting systems. This includes working with high-voltage systems, streetlights, traffic poles, conduit systems, and related electrical components. The technician ensures safe and efficient operation in accordance with local, state, and federal codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair roadway and highway lighting systems, including streetlights, overhead lights, and control systems.
• Perform electrical terminations, connections, and wiring for lighting fixtures, poles, and control boxes.
• Troubleshoot lighting systems and perform diagnostics to identify faults or outages.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and construction plans.
• Operate equipment such as bucket trucks, augers, trenchers, and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform underground conduit installation and pole base setting.
• Replace bulbs, ballasts, fuses, contactors, and photocells as needed.
• Ensure work is compliant with NEC (National Electrical Code), DOT regulations, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate work records, service logs, and inspection reports.
• Conduct night inspections to identify non-functioning lights and perform repairs.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in regular safety meetings and training.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, project managers, and other team members.
• Have basic knowledge and skills to setup appropriate traffic control for safe work zones.
  
  

Requirements

• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must have a positive and cooperative attitude and excellent attendance.
• Must be able to get along with fellow workers, other tradesmen on the jobsite, inspectors, customers, and the public.
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must properly use safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all types of hand tools.
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is primarily performed in outdoor environments in all/extreme weather conditions.
• This position requires physical activity including extended periods of standing and walking, frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing.
• Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or carry materials and/or supplies and other materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of materials and/or supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
  
  

Benefits

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Benefit Conversion at Termination (COBRA)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (voluntary)
• Life Insurance
• Additional (voluntary) life insurance (for employee and family members)
• AFLAC (voluntary) supplemental insurance
• Legal Shield (voluntary) prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tool and Equipment Assistance
• Uniform and Uniform Maintenance
• Vacation Benefits
• Holidays
• Apprenticeship Programs
  
  

MB HAYNES Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employee

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About Us

MB HAYNES CORPORATION makes delighting customers our top priority. Headquartered in beautiful Asheville, NC, MB HAYNES leads the way in providing skilled expertise to industrial, institutional, commercial and residential customers.

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