Electronics Technician I

State of North Carolina • Jackson, NC

5d

About The Position

This position provides technical work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment with emphasis on traffic control equipment & related devices for Division 14. The duties to be performed include installing traffic signal equipment, wiring detectors, installing and wiring controllers, tracing out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble, dismantling and reassembling components, replacing worn or faulty parts. Work will be performed without constant supervision and will be evaluated by the supervisor for efficient use of time and proper operation of Traffic Control Systems repaired and maintained. Skills of this position include general knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools, materials and test equipment used in electrical/electronic trade, ability to diagnose sources of equipment failures, ability to repair/maintain a wide variety of complex electrical equipment. The Electronics Technician is expected to maintain proper records of all signal work accomplished and keep accurate record of time worked and all materials used via computer. The successful applicant will be exposed to weather conditions of hot and cold, and high volume of moving traffic. Safety toe shoes are required. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License. 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 substances and alcohol testing. 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 without accommodations. Perform assigned tasks and understand and follow both oral and written instructions, comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment. The employee shall have the ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices. Employee must possess the ability to work in environmental conditions which include extreme cold and excessive heat conditions, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic and heavy construction.

Requirements

• general knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools, materials and test equipment used in electrical/electronic trade
• ability to diagnose sources of equipment failures
• ability to repair/maintain a wide variety of complex electrical equipment
• valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain it within 360 days of the date of hire
• ability to lift up to 80 pounds, shoulder high
• ability to use and operate aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet in height without accommodations
• ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices
• ability to work in environmental conditions which include extreme cold and excessive heat conditions, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic and heavy construction
• 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

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

• installing traffic signal equipment
• wiring detectors
• installing and wiring controllers
• tracing out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble
• dismantling and reassembling components
• replacing worn or faulty parts
• maintain proper records of all signal work accomplished
• keep accurate record of time worked and all materials used via computer
• legally operate a motor vehicle
• 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

What This Job Offers

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