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Tampa, FL · On-site

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Street lighting systems * Electrical distribution systems * Conduit networks and utility vaults * Perform field investigations and site assessments prior to excavation activities. * Coordinate with ...

The role is responsible for maintaining street lighting, structure lighting, high mast lighting, and navigational lighting systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. Responsibilities include ...

The role is responsible for maintaining street lighting, structure lighting, high mast lighting, and navigational lighting systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. Responsibilities include ...

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How much do street lighting jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for street lighting in Florida is $15.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is street lighting?

A Street Lighting job involves installing, maintaining, and repairing streetlights to ensure proper illumination for public safety and visibility. Workers may troubleshoot electrical issues, replace faulty components, and ensure compliance with local regulations. This role often requires knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety protocols. It may also involve working at heights using lifts or bucket trucks.

What does someone in street lighting do?

In a Street Lighting role, you can expect to spend your days inspecting and repairing streetlights, replacing bulbs and fuses, addressing outages, and updating maintenance records. You'll often work outdoors and may need to respond to after-hours service calls, especially following storms or public safety reports. Collaboration with public works teams, utility companies, and sometimes city planners is common when coordinating repairs or upgrades. This hands-on role is vital for maintaining the safety and visibility of public spaces, and it offers the chance to make a visible impact in your community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for street lighting?

To succeed in a Street Lighting role, you need knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and lighting maintenance, typically supported by a high school diploma, electrical apprenticeship, or relevant certifications. Experience using tools such as voltage testers, bucket trucks, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is common in the field. Strong attention to safety, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills. Mastering these abilities ensures safe, efficient installation and maintenance of street lighting for public safety and city infrastructure.

What job categories do people searching Street Lighting jobs in Florida look for?

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What cities in Florida are hiring for Street Lighting jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Street Lighting job openings:

Infographic showing various Street Lighting job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,081 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Street Light Photocells Repair Tech

MasTec Utility Services

Rockledge, FL • On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 156 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Overview

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and maintaining photocells and street-lighting equipment to help ensure reliable operation of roadway and outdoor lighting systems.

The ideal candidate has electrical or street-lighting experience, is comfortable working outdoors and at heights, and takes pride in completing quality work safely and efficiently.


Responsibilities
  • Commitment to safety.
  • Verify and comply with all safety requirements, company policies, and county/city requirements.
  • Perform photocell testing, replacement, and troubleshooting on street-light fixtures.
  • Troubleshoot electrical circuits, wiring, fuses, connectors, and lighting controls.
  • Use a voltage meter/multimeter and other electrical testing equipment.
  • Identify and report damaged or unsafe poles, fixtures, wiring, and equipment.
  • Operate bucket trucks, lifts, and other company vehicles/equipment as authorized.
  • Complete work orders and document repairs accurately.
  • Accurately document completed work, job site conditions, and materials used.
  • Communicate effectively with dispatches, supervisors, and customers as needed to report progress, issues, and resolutions.
  • Follow all applicable safety regulations and company/customer-specific protocols.
  • Set poles, run cable, connect wires, and install related hardware per system specifications.
  • Ensure all necessary materials, tools, and equipment are secured and transported to the job site.

Qualifications

Minimum

  • High school diploma, or equivalent.
  • 2 years of experience. 
  • Digger Derrick certification is required.
  • Experience setting up 45 Ft. concrete poles is required.

Preferred

  • Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE). 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.  

Qualifications:

Minimum

  • High school diploma, or equivalent.
  • 2 years of experience. 
  • Digger Derrick certification is required.
  • Experience setting up 45 Ft. concrete poles is required.

Preferred

  • Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE). 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.  

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