Field Electronics Technician – Traffic Data Systems

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Electronics Technician I to maintain, repair, inspect, and test traffic data collection equipment across the state. The role supports both the Electronics Shop and field operations with equipment testing and data collection activities.

You will monitor contractor work, manage inventory, and assist with field deployments of monitoring systems, requiring travel, physical work, and ability to operate a state vehicle.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electronics and one year of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic devices.
• Ability to travel and operate a state vehicle; willingness to work roadside in varying conditions.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electro-mechanical/electronic equipment using testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, inspect, and test traffic data collection equipment.
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Manage inventory control and supplies for field operations.
• Provide on-site support and field deployment of monitoring systems.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Electro-mechanical repair

Aerial device operation

Sensor integration

Circuits modification

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Electronic testing equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Electronics Technician I to maintain, repair, inspect, and test traffic data collection equipment across the state. The role supports both the Electronics Shop and field operations with equipment testing and data collection activities.

You will monitor contractor work, manage inventory, and assist with field deployments of monitoring systems, requiring travel, physical work, and ability to operate a state vehicle.