Electronics Technician I

NCDOT; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is seeking an Electronics Technician I (S) for the Ferry Shipyard in Manns Harbor, NC. This skilled position involves repair and maintenance of standard and custom electronics devices and subsystems, with potential travel and independent troubleshooting under supervision.

The role requires an associate degree in electronics and related experience, with responsibilities including calibration, diagnostics, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 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.
• May require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

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.
• 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.

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Standard and specialized 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.

Salary Grade and Salary Range

NC09 $41,206 - $72,113

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.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.

Recruiter Contact

Recruiter: Sylvia Rene Basnight Email: [e-mail]

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.