Transit Electronics Technician: Systems Repair & Diagnostics

Regional Transit Authority; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regional Transit Authority in New Orleans, LA is seeking an Electronic Technician to perform electrical and electronic repair work to maintain RTA vehicles and equipment.

Under close supervision, you will test circuits, troubleshoot systems, and install components across multiple transit assets, including CAD/AVL and fare collection systems. This role requires a high school diploma, vocational training, and relevant DC electrical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training in electrical/electronic maintenance is required.
• 3–4 years of experience reading electrical diagrams and diagnosing DC systems in transit vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test electrical and electronic circuits using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic systems on RTA vehicles and facilities.
• Install, replace, and repair electrical components on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain CAD/AVL systems and onboard camera equipment.
• Repair fare collection systems and radio communication systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical diagrams

Vehicle electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in electrical/electronic maintenance

Tools

CAD/AVL systems

Onboard camera equipment

Radio communication systems

Job description

The Regional Transit Authority in New Orleans, LA is seeking an Electronic Technician to perform electrical and electronic repair work to maintain RTA vehicles and equipment.

Under close supervision, you will test circuits, troubleshoot systems, and install components across multiple transit assets, including CAD/AVL and fare collection systems. This role requires a high school diploma, vocational training, and relevant DC electrical experience.