On-Call Electronics Technician – Traffic Systems

City of Columbia SC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Columbia seeks a skilled technician to maintain, repair and program traffic control devices and mobile communications equipment. The role involves performing general electrical maintenance and working from procedures while exercising independent judgment; the position requires physical stamina and readiness for on-call and after-hours work.

Ideal candidate holds an associate degree in electrical/electronic maintenance or equivalent experience, a valid SC driver's license, and IMSA

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electrical or electronic maintenance and repair, or 3 years of related experience.
• Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.
• Availability to work on call, holidays, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, tests and repairs traffic control devices and mobile communications equipment.
• Installs, programs and tests mobile and fixed radios and accessories.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Programs and tests controllers and coordinates timing as directed by engineers.
• Inspects field work to ensure proper installation of devices.
• Assists in troubleshooting problems with devices as reported by electricians.
• Performs general electrical repair work for other divisions and departments.
• Maintains assigned vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains detailed work records and reports.
• Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility; investigates and resolves public complaints.
• Attends meetings, workshops, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Works outside regular work schedule to include on call, holidays, nights, and weekends, as needed;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Electronic maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading instructions

On-call duties

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronic maintenance

Tools

IMSA Level 2 certification

Job description

The City of Columbia seeks a skilled technician to maintain, repair and program traffic control devices and mobile communications equipment. The role involves performing general electrical maintenance and working from procedures while exercising independent judgment; the position requires physical stamina and readiness for on-call and after-hours work.

Ideal candidate holds an associate degree in electrical/electronic maintenance or equivalent experience, a valid SC driver's license, and IMSA