Traffic Electronic Maintenance Technician II - Department of Transportation

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Baltimore is seeking a Traffic Electronics Maintenance Technician II to install, maintain, repair and test complex traffic electronic control equipment. Position carries no supervisory duties and offers rotating shifts with call-back expectations.

Work is conducted in electronics shops and outdoors, with exposure to weather and traffic hazards. Moderate physical exertion is required for maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital, analog and solid-state electronics.
• Knowledge of installation, operation, testing and maintenance of traffic electronic equipment.
• Skill in soldering circuit boards.
• Skill in using oscilloscopes, voltmeters and related testing equipment.
• Ability to calibrate test equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair computerized equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to work well with co-workers, contractors and the public.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair and test a variety of complex traffic electronic control equipment.
• Work with moderate supervision on rotating shift work and outdoor sites with weather and traffic hazards.
• Perform duties with moderate physical exertion such as bending and reaching.

Skills

Digital electronics

Analog electronics

Solid-state electronics

Soldering

Oscilloscope use

Calibrating test equipment

Troubleshooting

Interacting with contractors

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college in digital electronics or related field

FCC General Radiotelephone license (optional)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Voltmeter

Test equipment

Job description

GET TO KNOW US

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

SALARY RANGE

$56,322.00 - $91,795.00 ANNUALLY

GET TO KNOW US

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Job Summary

A Traffic Electronics Maintenance Technician II installs, maintains, repairs and tests a variety of complex traffic electronic control equipment. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work rotating shift work and are subject to call-back. Work is performed in electronics shop and outdoors where there is occasional exposure to inclement weather and traffic hazards. Work requires moderate physical exertion such as bending and reaching to maintain and repair equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
• Have three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of electronic and solid-state equipment.
• OR have completion of two years at an accredited college or university in digital electronics, computer science or a related field or possession of a General Radiotelephone license issued by the Federal Communications Commission may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement.
• Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management.

PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

• APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of digital, analog and solid-state electronics.
• Knowledge of the techniques, tools and materials used in the installation, operation, testing and maintenance of traffic electronic equipment.
• Skill in soldering circuit boards.
• Skill in the use of oscilloscopes, voltmeters and related testing equipment.
• Ability to calibrate test equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair computerized equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, contractors and the public

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.