Bridge Electronics Technician I — On‑Call Electrical Specialist

NCDOT; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) seeks an Electronics Technician I (S) to join Division 2 bridge teams, primarily based in New Bern. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic systems on moveable and fixed span bridges, including motors, controls and safety interlocks, as well as HVAC and lighting in electrical distribution.

This role requires reading schematics and ladder logic, plus readiness to respond as an on-call emergency responder 24/7.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics; one year of related experience preferred.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with PLC ladder logic and electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic systems on moveable and fixed span bridges, including motors, motor drives, controls, interlocks, and electrical distribution for HVAC and lighting.
• Serve as emergency responder for drawbridge failures.
• Conduct electrical inspections of drawbridges and components and document deficiencies.
• Read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and equipment manuals; work 24/7 on-call as required.
• Base operations in New Bern with statewide travel.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

On-site maintenance

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

PLC ladder logic

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) seeks an Electronics Technician I (S) to join Division 2 bridge teams, primarily based in New Bern. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic systems on moveable and fixed span bridges, including motors, controls and safety interlocks, as well as HVAC and lighting in electrical distribution.

This role requires reading schematics and ladder logic, plus readiness to respond as an on-call emergency responder 24/7.