Senior Electronic Technician - Transportation & Public Works

City of Dallas; Canton (OH); In loco; USD 37.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

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The City of Dallas seeks a Senior Electronic Technician to lead a team in the installation, operation, repair and maintenance of a wide range of electronic equipment used for communications, traffic signal control, flood control, and water pumping stations. The role requires independent judgment and extensive initiative in a municipal setting.

Responsibilities include guiding other technicians, evaluating equipment performance, and coordinating with customers to resolve issues while adhering to

Competenze

• Five years of experience in electronics repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance in municipal environments.
• Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license (CDL may be required for some divisions).
• Education must align with electrical/electronic technology; vocational/associates accepted.

Mansioni

• Lead technicians in installation, operation, repair, programming and maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Train and supervise junior technicians on troubleshooting and installation tasks.
• Evaluate equipment performance and diagnose malfunctions with testing methods.
• Oversee design, construction and fabrication related to process controls and equipment changes.
• Test components and systems to diagnose faults and ensure proper operation of pumps, motors and controls.
• Draft and maintain operation documentation and reporting; manage work orders and timesheets.
• Operate city vehicles and move tools/materials as needed for repairs.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate with vendors for parts and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Electronic theory

Troubleshooting

Train others

Communication

Leadership

Formazione

Vocational Diploma

Associate degree (electrical)

2-year technical degree

Strumenti

Flow Meters

PLCs

SCADA

Test Instruments

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Job Summary

Acts as lead technician performing professional level technical work and leads other technicians performing the installation, operation, repair, programming, overhaul and maintenance of a wide variety of electronic equipment for communications, traffic signal control, flood control, water pumping stations or related electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation for the City of Dallas. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Description

Overview

The Senior Electronic Technician acts at a lead level delivering technical work and guides other technicians performing the installation, operation, repair, programming, overhaul and maintenance of a wide variety of electronic equipment for communications, traffic signal control, flood control, water pumping stations or related electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation. for the City of Dallas properties and industrial facilities in accordance with federal, state, and city codes and in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC) adopted by TDLR.

Essential Functions

• 1. Leads, coordinates and assists junior electronic technicians in preventive and repair maintenance, installation and modification of electronic equipment to ensure systems services are delivered in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• 2. Trains, evaluates, and reviews assignments of electronic technicians on troubleshooting techniques, operating and repairing new equipment and major installation projects to ensure electronic work is completed correctly.
• 3. Evaluates performance and reliability of electronic equipment by applying electronic theory, principles of electronic circuitry, testing procedures, and related knowledge to install, build, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify tools, circuits or other hardware; meets with customers to identify nature of equipment problems and coordinates customer service requests for installation, repair, replacement, and/or removal of electronic supplies.
• 4. Designs, oversees, and assists in the construction and fabrication programs electronic chips and produces diagrams to change equipment processes for use in process connections and controls.
• 5. Tests electronic components, circuits, and faulty equipment, and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units to diagnose causes of malfunction; implements various testing methods to evaluate soundness of all pumps, motors, and related equipment; performs alignment activities, general maintenance, and effective technical work to correct deficiencies or issues.
• 6. Drafts operating documentation and oversees the accuracy of reporting; uses various systems to schedule and monitor completion of daily work, generates and disseminates maintenance requests, and completes shop logs; approves timesheets ensuring all technical work is completed effectively.
• 7. Operates city-owned vehicles and other equipment to facilitate repairs, maintenance, and inspection services; loads tools and materials onto vehicles to ensure material is available for installs or repairs.
• 8. Logs and tracks inventory, orders necessary equipment; ensures supplies are available to successfully complete assignments; communicates with vendors to obtain documentation, technical data, or other relevant information.
• 9. Performs other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• 1 Thorough knowledge of utility management facilities, Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations, and/or mobile two-way radio equipment.
• 2 Thorough knowledge of electronic theory and practices involved in the installation, testing, diagnostics, and repair of complex electronic circuitry; operation and functionality of water distribution equipment and systems; and/or a variety of traffic signal controllers and related equipment (SCADA, MAXIMO, Shop Logs or other).
• 3 Knowledge of testing, diagnostics and repair of electronic and electrical instruments, pumps, motors, actuators and many more electrical components; knowledge of sound and lighting equipment operations.
• 4 Advanced ability to train, coordinate, and review the work of others.
• 5 Advanced skill in identifying and differentiating among color coded electronic components.
• 6 Advanced skill in use of a variety of standard electronic and electrical testing instruments and tools.
• 7 Ability to read and comprehend complex wiring diagrams and schematic drawings related to electronic equipment.
• 8 Advanced ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• 9 Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels.

Experience

Five (5) years of experience performing electronics repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial equipment and components in a municipal environment.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.

Some divisions may require a Commercial Driver’s License with good driving record.

Education

A Vocational Diploma, an associate degree in electrical conduits and/or electrical engineering, or a two (2)-year technical degree in a related field.

Preferred

Experience with equipment such as Flow Meters, Online Water Quality Instrumentation, Switches, Programmable Logic Controllers and Components, Actuators, and Gas Detection Equipment is preferrable.

Equivalency

Associate degree or higher in an electrical or electronic technology, computer science or engineering fields and three (3) years of the stated experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

High School Diploma and six (6) years of stated experience will meet the education and experience requirements

Any current Certificate from TDLR directly related to electrical, electronic, low-or-high voltage, telecommunications, traffic signal or alarm systems and three (3) years of the required experience may fulfill the education and experience requirement.

Other Requirements

Must be able to assist with the installation of electrical work under the supervision of a master, senior, journeyman electrician, or residential wireman.

Subject to varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and/or twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call out.

Subject to inclement weather conditions.

Salary Range

• $26.65 - $31.28
• The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.