Hybrid Electrical & Traffic Systems Technician III

State of Illinois; Collinsville (IL); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois is seeking an Electrical Technician III in Collinsville to inspect, test, perform minor repairs, and conduct preventive maintenance on state traffic signals, flashing beacons, highway lighting, and pumping systems.

The role requires experience in troubleshooting electrical systems, reading electrical drawings, and coordinating maintenance with contractors. Hybrid work availability is provided, with in-office days 1 to 5 per week depending on needs.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or electrical-related field plus 30 months of electrical troubleshooting experience, or six years of electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of electronic, electrical, and mechanical traffic control devices and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, electrical drawings, timing sheets and manuals.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and asset management applications.

Responsibilities

• Repairs electrical traffic control devices and pump systems properly and efficiently.
• Evaluates the operational status of traffic control equipment and pump systems.
• Keeps abreast of current developments in electronic equipment relating to traffic control devices and pump systems.
• Documents all emergency repairs and scheduled routine maintenance activities performed.
• Performs proper corrective repairs for emergency calls on all electronic devices.
• Assists and coordinates contractual maintenance work.
• Checks and evaluates all conflict monitors and railroad pre-emptors on a routine basis.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on traffic signal controllers.
• Develops and implements various traffic signal timing programs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical drawings

Plan timing & coordination

Education

Two years of college in civil engineering technology or electrical-related field

Six years of experience in troubleshooting electrical systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management applications

Job description

The State of Illinois is seeking an Electrical Technician III in Collinsville to inspect, test, perform minor repairs, and conduct preventive maintenance on state traffic signals, flashing beacons, highway lighting, and pumping systems.

The role requires experience in troubleshooting electrical systems, reading electrical drawings, and coordinating maintenance with contractors. Hybrid work availability is provided, with in-office days 1 to 5 per week depending on needs.