Electronics Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Electronics or closely related field AND three (3) years of experience maintaining and repairing electronic systems and equipment.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license is required and must be obtained/maintained throughout employment.
• Knowledge of traffic control equipment and traffic signal coordination.
• Knowledge of water system operations.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of electrical theory as applied to the installation and repair of electrical circuits and systems.
• Knowledge of telephone wiring and installation techniques.
• Knowledge of radio and electronic communications equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and charts.
• Ability to install, maintain, and repair traffic signals, process control and instrumentation equipment, street lighting, and other electrical circuits.
• Ability to communicate complex technical terms and project information clearly to people with limited technical knowledge.
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools and equipment to assemble materials and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use computers, common office productivity software, and specialized programs to access work-related information.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.
• Skill in using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and specialized computer programs.
• Skill in using electronic test equipment and soldering equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Washington State Journeyman Electrical License (EL-01).
• Confined Space Entry certification.
• Flagger certification.
• First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) traffic signal certification.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, programs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs traffic signal systems and components, including microprocessor-based controllers, conflict monitors, loop and radar detectors, controller cabinets, field wiring, preemption equipment, traffic signals, warning flashers, rectangular rapid-flashing beacons (RRFBs), and school flashers.
• Reviews and corrects consultants' plans and specifications for traffic signal, instrumentation, and electrical systems; inspects work performed by others; and instructs others in the use of equipment.
• Designs and supports radio and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry systems, including the installation, programming, and maintenance of Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs) and associated microprocessor-based controllers.
• Annually cleans traffic signal cabinets, tests conflict monitor units (CMU) and malfunction management units (MMU), and coordinates preventive maintenance.
• Performs related administrative functions, including preparing specifications; specifying and purchasing equipment and materials; maintaining inventory controls; preparing job cost estimates; and creating and maintaining printed and electronic documentation, manuals.
• Maintains accurate systems’ records inclusive of wiring drawings, schematics, billing information, maintenance histories, the City cable plant, and traffic signal systems.
• Assists in developing equipment and installation standards for traffic signals and electric signs.
• Performs low-voltage system and signal repair and maintenance, radio installations and walk-in electronic repairs for City departments.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs electronic computer equipment, including personal computers and microprocessor-based controllers installed in vehicles and other equipment; recommends upgrades and system changes to improve performance; and assists with computer software problems.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs auxiliary and specialty equipment installed in City, Police, Fire, and Public Works vehicles, including sirens, lighting, strobes, responders, alarms, OPTICOM, radios, custom interlocks, and safety equipment.
• Coordinates electrical needs for public events.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs related work as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Longevity pay (1% earned after five years and increases to a maximum of 4% after 20 years).
• 3.8% cost of living increase approved for 2027.