Senior Electronic Technician - Traffic & ITS Systems

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a skilled technician to oversee Eastern Region tunnels and ITS equipment, performing diagnosis, repair, fabrication and preventive maintenance. Responsibilities include emergency repairs, safety compliance, and documentation of activities 24/7 as needed.

Strong problem-solving and record-keeping are essential. Candidates should have extensive electronics knowledge, ability to read schematics, operate a bucket truck, and coordinate with contractors.

Qualifications

• Ability to keep detailed and accurate records and documentation.
• Experience in electronics, electrical maintenance and ITS equipment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to troubleshoot across system, unit, board, and component levels.
• Experience coordinating multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor work, perform testing and final evaluation after maintenance or repair.
• Diagnose, repair, modify, fabricate electronics and control systems.
• Prepare routine and technical reports; train staff on equipment use and safety.
• Track inspection and contractor records; provide regular reports to supervisor.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electronics and electrical gear.
• Respond to emergencies and support off-hours calls as needed.
• Manage spare parts and inventory; use barcode system to track assets.
• Enter time and maintenance data into financial and maintenance databases.
• Create work instructions and back up system data for recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team coordination

Excel

Documentation

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Bucket truck operation

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Diagnostic software

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a skilled technician to oversee Eastern Region tunnels and ITS equipment, performing diagnosis, repair, fabrication and preventive maintenance. Responsibilities include emergency repairs, safety compliance, and documentation of activities 24/7 as needed.

Strong problem-solving and record-keeping are essential. Candidates should have extensive electronics knowledge, ability to read schematics, operate a bucket truck, and coordinate with contractors.