Lead Electronic Technical Specialist

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan with options

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Traffic Management Division seeks a Lead Electronic Technical Specialist to guide the Freeway Operations Maintenance Team and advance ITS modernization. This role offers strong leadership as you supervise field techs, manage daily operations, and drive asset-management upgrades.

Salary range listed; location at Salt Lake City, with on-site responsibilities and an on-call schedule. Criminal history check and credentials required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience or equivalent education.
• Must obtain IMSA Level III Certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and supervise field technicians.
• Coordinate maintenance, asset management, and digital tools.
• Install, calibrate, and repair ITS hardware and power systems.
• Program ramp meters, vehicle detectors, and Express Lanes controllers.
• Collaborate with project leaders, agencies, and vendors.
• Respond to inquiries, document activities in official logs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Supervision

On-call shifts

Technical Training

Education

IMSA Level III Certification

Traffic Inspection and Highway Lighting Certification

Journeyman Electrician License

Job description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Traffic Management Division is seeking a Lead Electronic Technical Specialist to guide our Freeway Operations Maintenance Team. This team is responsible for maintaining the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) that keep Utah moving. Core infrastructure includes state Express Lanes, ramp metering networks, wrong-way detection systems, and more than 900 Traffic Monitoring Stations (TMS) statewide.

About The Role

This role provides strong leadership opportunities as you supervise field technicians, manage day-to-day operations, and drive key modernizations, such as transitioning to electronic logbooks and deploying upgraded asset-management systems.

Position Information

• Salary Range: $25.90 - $43.36
• FT/PT Status: Full Time
• Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Schedule Code: AX - Career service exempt (at-will)
• Location: Traffic Operations Center, 2060 South 2760 West, Salt Lake, UT
• Recruiter: Jill Barela I [e-mail]
• Application Deadline: 10/20/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Guide day-to-day operations, delegate assignments, review work quality, build team schedules, provide technical training, and assist with performance evaluations, hiring, and disciplinary procedures.
• Maintenance & Asset Operations: Coordinate work order response times, manage inventory, inspect equipment for compliance and safety, track preventative maintenance schedules, and implement digital asset-management tools.
• Technical Maintenance & Systems Repair: Install, calibrate, fabricate, and repair specialized ITS hardware, power systems, and electronic components.
• Software & Hardware Configuration: Program and configure ramp meter controllers, vehicle detection sensors, Express Lanes field controllers, and related traffic equipment.
• Cross-Agency Collaboration: Coordinate work with project leaders, program managers, local maintenance units, external agencies, and vendors.
• Public & Stakeholder Liaison: Respond to incoming inquiries or operational complaints, explain policies, resolve issues, and document activities in official logs.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Lead Electronic Technical Specialist level, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

• Driver License: Valid driver's license.
• Experience & Education: At least two (2) years of relevant professional experience, formal technical education, or a combination of both.
• Professional Credentials: Hold at least one of the following credentials:
  • International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level III Certification
  • Traffic Inspection and Highway Lighting Certification
  • Journeyman Electrician License
• Availability: Willingness and capability to perform on-call shifts and work outside standard business hours on a regular basis.

Underfill Option

Applicants who do not currently hold an any of the professional credentials listed above may be considered for an underfill as an Electronic Technical Specialist II.

Underfill Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• At least two (2) years of relevant professional experience or education.
• Current IMSA Level II Certification (must obtain IMSA Level III Certification within one year of hire).
• Willingness and capability to perform on-call shifts and work outside standard business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is someone who possesses:

• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Practical familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and IMSA guidelines.

Supplemental Information & Working Conditions

• Schedule Requirements: This role involves recurring night, weekend, and after-hours work.
• On-Call Status: Participation in the Unplanned On-Call Program for Traffic Signal, Freeway, Lighting, and ITS Maintenance is required.
• Travel: Position requires periodic in-state and out-of-state travel, which may include overnight or extended stays.
• Drug Testing: Requires a pre-employment drug screen and active participation in UDOT's random drug and alcohol testing program.
• Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
  • Physical Demands: Requires recurring physical exertion, including standing, walking across rough terrain, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and lifting items up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
  • Hazardous Operations & Environmental Risks: Involves working under unusual environmental stressors, including elevated work heights up to 100 feet, extreme outdoor weather conditions, active machinery, and electrical voltages up to 600V. Use of specialized safety equipment and strict adherence to protective protocols are required.

Why You Should Join Our Team

A Mission That Matters – At the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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Benefits At a Glance

• Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
• Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
• Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].