Electronics Technician I

Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transportation is seeking an Electronics Technician I (S) for the Ferry Shipyard in Manns Harbor, NC. This role repairs and maintains complex electronics devices and systems, calibrates equipment, troubleshoots issues, and documents work using schematics and manuals.

Qualified applicants typically hold an Associate's degree in electronics and at least one year of relevant experience, with ability to travel overnight if required and pass a fit-for-duty test.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electronics and one year of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic devices.
• Equivalency option may apply per Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems made up of complex interconnected electronic devices.
• Determines circuit configuration and function of complex electronics systems in the absence of documentation.
• Designs, constructs, and evaluates the devices; modifies devices to improve performance or customize for special use.
• Operates standard and specialized test equipment.
• Maintains an inventory of electronic replacement parts.
• Recommends additional shop equipment to supervisor.
• Compiles and studies technical literature to keep electronics knowledge up to date.

Skills

Electronic principles

Physics applied to electronics

Circuit analysis

Electronic test equipment

Circuit modification

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division Transit Job Classification Title Electronics Technician I (S) Position Number 60018816 Grade NC09

About Us

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. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

This is skilled work in the repair and maintenance of standard and custom electronics devices, electronics subsystems, and smaller electronics systems. Positions may either function as agency or department-wide technicians responsible for the maintenance and repair of electronics devices, subsystems, or smaller systems; or be involved in the same type of repair independently but under the general supervision of a higher-level electronics technician. Positions calibrate, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair electronics devices or systems made up of several interconnected devices where this interconnection complicates troubleshooting and repair procedures. Documentation in the form of schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and repair manuals exist in many instances but may be fragmented or nonexistent in others. Positions may modify existing circuitry to improve performance or affect output or lay out circuitry to provide for special functions such as the interfacing of individual devices into systems. Reliance on existing types of circuits and circuit designs is common. Work is evaluated through analysis of reliability of electronic repair and workability of designs and circuit modifications. This position also assists other entities in the Ferry Division and may require overnight travel. The employee must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.

• Troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems made up of complex interconnected electronic devices.
• Determines circuit configuration and function of complex electronics systems in the absence of documentation. Evaluates and installs electronic systems.
• Designs, constructs, and evaluates the devices. Modifies standard and nonstandard electronic devices to improve performance or to customize them for special use.
• Operates standard and specialized test equipment.
• Maintains an inventory of electronic replacement parts.
• Recommends additional shop equipment or replacement equipment to immediate supervisor.
• Compiles a library of technical literature, reads same to keep electronics knowledge up to date.
• Performs related duties as required.

Chosen applicant must be able to pass a fit-for-duty test. This position will work at the NCDOT Ferry Shipyard located at Manns Harbor, NC.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Working knowledge of electronic principles.
• Working knowledge of the fundamentals of physics as applied to electronics.
• Working knowledge of mathematical principles as applied to electronic circuit analysis.
• Working knowledge of the uses of standard and specialized electronic testing equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and modify standard circuitry to improve its performance or to perform special effects.

Salary Grade and Salary Range

NC09 $41,206 - $72,113

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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.

Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.