Electronics Technician I - Traffic Signals - Division 12

State of North Carolina • Cleveland, NC

13h

About The Position

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. Employee will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of Electrical, Electronic, and Computerized Traffic Control Systems mainly in Cleveland County, but also throughout Division 12. The Employee will also assist in the installation, testing, and inspection of new Traffic Control Systems and existing systems which are upgraded. Duties performed include: install traffic signal equipment, wiring detectors, installing and wiring controllers, trace out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble, dismantle and reassemble components, replaces worn or faulty parts. Work will be performed without constant supervision and will be evaluated by supervisor for efficient use of time and proper operation of Traffic Control Systems repaired and maintained. Skills required include: general knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe/efficient use of tools, materials and test equipment used in the electrical/electronic trades. Ability to diagnose source of equipment failures. Ability to repair/maintain a wide variety of complex electrical equipment. Overtime work is required when necessary and position is subject to emergency callback as well as required to take part in on-call rotation in response to after-hours traffic signal related issues. The Electronics Technician is required to maintain proper records of all signal work accomplished and keep an accurate record of time worked and all materials used via computer. Employee must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, shoulder high. Must be able to use and operate aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet in height. Must be able to perform assigned tasks, understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment. The employee should have the ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices. Employee will be expected to work in environmental conditions which include extreme cold and excessive heat, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic, and heavy construction. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker (N) endorsement. Either possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing will be required. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substance and alcohol testing. Safety-toed shoes required. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Requirements

• general knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe/efficient use of tools, materials and test equipment used in the electrical/electronic trades
• ability to diagnose source of equipment failures
• ability to repair/maintain a wide variety of complex electrical equipment
• must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, shoulder high
• must be able to perform assigned tasks, understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment
• legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker (N) endorsement
• Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of specialized electronic devices, preferably including some responsibility for circuit modification; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Safety-toed shoes required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of standard test equipment used to diagnose electronic components.
• Experience reading and understanding schematic drawings and wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule and carry out work assignments effectively with minimal technical supervision
• Experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• install traffic signal equipment
• wiring detectors
• installing and wiring controllers
• trace out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble
• dismantle and reassemble components
• replaces worn or faulty parts
• maintain proper records of all signal work accomplished
• keep an accurate record of time worked and all materials used via computer
• operate aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet in height
• perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices

Benefits

• full State Benefits
• competitive salaries
• many career development opportunities
• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree