Electronics Technician III

Department of Transportation; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation in North Carolina is seeking an Electronics Technician III to supervise the signal technicians, oversee ITS device repair, and coordinate contractor activities in Division 10 Traffic Operations. The role requires an electronics background and the ability to train staff on equipment, including a 24K bucket truck.

Occasional night and weekend work is expected, with duties spanning diagnosis, maintenance planning, and ensuring MUTCD and NCDOT specifications are met.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electronics or equivalent education is required.
• Three years of progressive experience in repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems.
• May require licensure by the governing board or commission.

Responsibilities

• Supervise signal technicians and manage development activities in the unit.
• Oversee repair and operation of ITS devices, and coordinate contractor activities.
• Train personnel on and operate a 24K signal bucket truck.
• Diagnose malfunctions in traffic signal controllers and cabinets to module level.
• Schedule maintenance within budget and monitor expenditures using SAP.
• Work nights and weekends for emergency operations in various weather conditions.

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Electronics Technician III (S) Position Number 60021489 Grade NC13

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

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This position is in the Traffic Services Unit in Stanly County. This position will be responsible for the supervision, management, and development activities of the signal technicians in Division 10 Traffic Operations. Employee will supervise technical repair and efficient operation of ITS devices, including Closed Loop System repairs and maintenance. Work is performed without immediate supervision. This position will coordinate contractor activities and technician inspection, as well as investigate engineer and citizen requests and report a solution that will meet the MUTCD standards and NCDOT standard specifications. Employee will conduct performance reviews (NCVIP) and prioritize activities of signal technicians’ daily work. Assist in 811 fiber locations using locating equipment and roadway drawings to mark buried fiber. The ability to train personnel on and operate a 24K signal bucket truck is needed. This position involves skilled work in the diagnosis of malfunctions in both microprocessor-based traffic signal controllers and cabinets to the module level. Employee will assist in installation and inspection of all aspects of traffic signal installations. A high level of knowledge of the principles in applying safe and efficient practices in the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and vehicles is necessary. This position will use various electrical and electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot malfunctioning traffic control equipment. Employee will conduct research and development of new technologies. Employee will be responsible for diagnosis of malfunctions in traffic signal equipment, etc. Schedule and plan maintenance duties while working within the proposed budget restraints for the Department and monitor expenditures within budgetary guidelines using SAP. Employee will be expected to work nights and weekends as needed for emergency and planned operations in all types of weather conditions.

Additional Expectations

• Must be able to use and operate aerial bucket truck up to 50 feet in height.
• Perform assigned tasks and understand and follow both oral and written instruction, comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment.
• Employee must possess the ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signs and other traffic control devices.
• Considerable knowledge of MUTCD and NCDOT traffic signal specifications.
• Ability to trouble shoot nonstandard traffic electronic equipment, or equipment with incomplete or missing documentation.
• Must possess the ability to work in environmental conditions which include extreme cold and hot outside conditions, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic and heavy construction.
• The selected candidate must be able to legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date.
• Either possession of a current Class A Commercial Driver's License with N endorsement on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver's License must be obtained through completion of an on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.
• Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Salary Grade and Salary Range

NC13 / $50,088 - $87,654

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus; 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. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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.