Transportation Electronics Technician Trainee - Kanawha County

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV); Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Electronics Technician Trainee to join their team in Charleston, WV. This role involves assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and electrical systems crucial for traffic control and highway safety. The ideal candidate will have a foundational knowledge of electronics, a strong ability to troubleshoot, and a commitment to safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public safety and infrastructure, all while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in transportation technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electronics and electricity required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and circuit diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of traffic control systems.
• Repair and calibrate electronic equipment and scales as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of electronics and electricity

Ability to use electronic test equipment

Ability to read electrical drawings

Basic knowledge of small machinery

Ability to maintain effective working relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Hand tools

Job description

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West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)

Location

Charleston, WV

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

DOT25TF038A

West Virginia Department of Transportation

District/Subdivision

Traffic Engineering Division

05/06/2025

Closing Date

5/12/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

The Transportation Electronic Technician Trainee performs beginning level electronic, telecommunication, and electrical work or assists a higher level electronics technician with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and electrical equipment for highway illumination, traffic control, traffic signal, traffic counting, materials testing, vehicle weighing, and/or law enforcement. Procedures for performing duties are clearly established and several guidelines are accessible to the employee. Complexity involves analysis and troubleshooting of subject matter and decisions are made using the results. May be required to be on-call. Performs related work as required.

Nature of Work

The Transportation Electronic Technician Trainee performs beginning level electronic, telecommunication, and electrical work or assists a higher level electronics technician with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and electrical equipment for highway illumination, traffic control, traffic signal, traffic counting, materials testing, vehicle weighing, and/or law enforcement. Procedures for performing duties are clearly established and several guidelines are accessible to the employee. Complexity involves analysis and troubleshooting of subject matter and decisions are made using the results. May be required to be on-call. Performs related work as required.

Pay Grade 10
T0214N

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the inspection of electronic, electrical, or telecommunication equipment; such as, traffic signal systems; two- way base, portable, and mobile radio stations/systems; communications towers; video recording systems; radar; sirens; or lighting systems using various diagnostic equipment and meters to determine malfunctions
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of traffic signal systems; two-way base, portable, and mobile radio stations/ systems; communication towers; video recording systems; radar; sirens; lighting systems; or other electronic/electrical equipment in the field or shop
• Repairs and calibrates electronic equipment, materials testing devices, and scales at the central laboratory or in the field by using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and various hand tools according to the specifications of the manufacturer's manual
• Cleans, repairs, and calibrates permanent and portable electronic, spring-type, or hydraulic scales of weight enforcement crews using voltage, or ohm meters, hand tools, and cleaning materials according to technical requirements of the National Bureau of Standards and the State Division of Labor
• Installs and/or erects new or repaired electronic or telecommunication equipment, such as, traffic signal systems; two-way base, portable, and mobile radio stations/systems; communications towers; video recording systems; radar; sirens; or lighting systems according to manufacturer's specifications
• Assists cities and municipalities with the installation and maintenance of traffic control signals and highway lighting systems
• Keeps records of maintenance performed and materials used
• Established rules, regulations, and procedures will be used to solve a variety of routine problems and answer a variety of standard questions
• Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division for Highways or Department of Transportation. Certain meeting or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting
• A general FCC license may be required
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of small machinery used in outdoor maintenance that requires a small degree of prior experience of use.
• Knowledge of the principles of electronics and electricity.
• Knowledge of the basic safety practices for working with electricity and electronic circuits.
• Knowledge of the state and federal regulations regarding equipment and scale calibration.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and circuit diagrams.
• Ability to use electronic and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to disassemble and assemble electronic equipment and scales.
• Ability to safely work at high heights.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Required Education and Experience

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION

• High school diploma or the equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in electronics/electrical repair or land mobile radio/microwave equipment repair.
• Substitution 1: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program in electrical/electronics of at least 1080 clock hours may be substituted for the required experience.
• Substitution 2: A journeyman electrician license may be substituted for the required experience.
• Substitution 3: Associate’s degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.

Employer West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV) Phone [phone]
Website https://transportation.wv.gov

Division West Virginia Department of Transportation Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East
Building 5, Room A-450
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305