Electronics Technician I

State of North Carolina • Wake County, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. The Traffic Survey Group of the Transportation Mobility and Safety Division is a specialized traffic data collection and analysis group that manages a Traffic Monitoring System (TMS) comprised of a Continuous, Coverage, and Project Count Program for meeting the general traffic data requirements of NCDOT. Traffic monitoring data is used to support, but not limited to, the following: systems planning for urban and rural planning studies, validation of travel demand models, analysis for air quality conformity, project prioritization, traffic forecasting, pavement monitoring, safety analysis, commercial motor vehicle enforcement, research, and is widely used by other state agencies, local governments, and the public for other activities. The Traffic Survey Group is responsible for managing all activities related to developing, planning, processing, analyzing, and reporting required to manage the TMS. Activities associated with meeting this responsibility include designing, managing, planning, collecting, analyzing, and publishing traffic monitoring data. The primary responsibilities of the Electronics Technician I (ET I) position are maintenance, repair, inspection, testing, installation, and field support of traffic data collection equipment. The position performs basic to moderate maintenance activities on portable traffic counters in an Electronics Shop and on site at permanent traffic monitoring equipment located throughout the State.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle (NC Class A Driver’s License).

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrated ability in the detection, diagnosis, and repair of electro-mechanical and electronic equipment using standard and specialized electronic testing equipment.
• Experience operating an aerial device for installation and maintenance of solar panels and sensing devices.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of physics as applied to electronics including concepts such as capacitance, resistance, and signal processing.
• Skill in building and configuring electronic devices with various monitoring sensors, data recording equipment, and communication devices into a fully functional system.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and maintaining electronic traffic data collection equipment.
• Preparing and testing portable traffic counters and other equipment for deployment.
• Installing, inspecting, and maintaining electronic monitoring equipment at roadside locations.
• Using electronic test equipment, hand tools, and power tools to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Performing routine inspections and maintenance to keep traffic monitoring equipment operating reliably.
• Monitoring contractor activities and inspecting contractor work for compliance with contract specifications.
• Maintaining equipment inventory, supplies, and shop materials needed to support field operations.
• Supporting traffic volume, vehicle classification, speed, and weight studies, including work associated with FHWA programs.
• Providing technical support to Electronics Technician II staff on special projects and more complex assignments.
• Traveling throughout North Carolina to inspect equipment and contractor work and support field operations.

Benefits

• The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

What This Job Offers

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