Senior Electronics Technician

GovFirst; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GovFirst in Hampton, VA is seeking a skilled ITS / Electronics Technician to support Intelligent Transportation Systems operations. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining various electronic devices and systems related to traffic control.

Applicants should have a strong understanding of electronic theory and be proficient in Microsoft Office. A high school diploma or GED is required. The position may require climbing communication towers and operating motor vehicles.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Strong understanding of electronic theory required.
• Experience with traffic control systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain, and program ITS equipment.
• Troubleshoot communication and electronic devices.
• Assist technicians with related work.

Skills

Technical support

Electronic theory understanding

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Hampton, United States | Posted on 06/08/2026

GovFirst is seeking a skilled and safety-focused ITS / Electronics Technician to support Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) operations and electronic infrastructure in Hampton, VA area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical support work installing, repairing, maintaining, programming and modifying devices and equipment associated with Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and other traffic control systems. This includes traffic signal controllers, fiber optics, wireless, twisted pair and IP over Ethernet communication technologies and networks.
• Maintain and troubleshoot communication, video and network transportation related electronic devices and equipment. Maintain and perform preventative maintenance of all ITS devices as required, including but not limited to dynamic/changeable message signs, closed circuit television cameras, pan zoom tilt devices, encoders, decoders, Ethernet switches, PLC’s and other related devices.
• Understand the key concepts in Electronic Theory.
• Assist Traffic System Technicians and Traffic Signal Technicians as required, perform related work as required.
• Ability to read and work from plans, schematics, and displays.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and locate defective devices and make repairs.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment, fiber optics test equipment, hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a personal computer.
• Ability to climb communication towers to repair cameras and communication equipment.
• Ability to operate a variety of motor vehicles and trucks, including platform or bucket trucks.
• Employees are subject to emergency call back during scheduled off-hours.
• Any other duties assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Experience/Skill Sets:

• Strong understanding of electronic theory.
• Proficient skills in using Microsoft Office software products (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Work Authorization

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Work Conditions:

• Required VDOT/Industry Training
• Potential for significant periods of sitting or standing.
• May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments.
• Monitored performance with routine evaluation.

GovFirst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.