Senior Electronic Technician: Lead City Utilities Tech

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking a Senior Electronic Technician to lead technicians in installing, operating, repairing, programming, and maintaining a broad range of electronic equipment for City services including communications, traffic control, flood control, and water systems.

The role requires extensive knowledge of electronics, adherence to NEC and city codes, and a proactive approach to customer service and problem solving. Will work with diverse teams and on-call shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in electronics repair and maintenance in a municipal environment.
• Texas Class C driver's license (CDL may be required in some divisions).
• Two-year technical degree in electrical/related field or higher.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate junior electronic technicians in preventive and repair maintenance.
• Train and review assignments on troubleshooting and installation.
• Evaluate performance and reliability of electrical equipment and coordinate service requests.
• Design and oversee construction and fabrication programs for electronic control systems.
• Test and troubleshoot pumps, motors, and related equipment; diagnose malfunctions.
• Draft operating docs and monitor daily work using shop logs and reporting tools.
• Operate city vehicles and load tools/materials for repairs.
• Maintain inventory and liaise with vendors for parts and data.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Utility management

Electronics theory

Electrical components

Train others

Color-coded components

Testing instruments

Wiring diagrams

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational Diploma

Associate degree in electrical/engineering technology

Tools

SCADA

MAXIMO

Shop Logs

Job description

City of Dallas is seeking a Senior Electronic Technician to lead technicians in installing, operating, repairing, programming, and maintaining a broad range of electronic equipment for City services including communications, traffic control, flood control, and water systems.

The role requires extensive knowledge of electronics, adherence to NEC and city codes, and a proactive approach to customer service and problem solving. Will work with diverse teams and on-call shifts as needed.