Senior Electronic Technician - Transportation and Infrastructure Management Center

Under general supervision, is responsible for applying technical expertise in diagnosing malfunctions or operational irregularities with traffic signal, school flasher, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and communications equipment. Troubleshoots, repairs, upgrades, and maintains traffic signal equipment. Working conditions are inside and outside with exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, high noise areas, dust, and unfavorable fumes and vapors. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

**This position will not require a CDL license and is not eligible for Safety Incentive Pay.**

Work Location
3500 NW Loop 410 (Transguide), San Antonio, Texas 78229
 
Work Hours
Hours will vary between 5:00 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. 7 days a week; weekends and evening shifts on a rotational basis throughout the year.

• Monitors traffic signal system status remotely from the Traffic Management Center.
• Implements changes to timings based on equipment malfunctions, construction activities, requests from consultants, or as directed by the Engineer.
• Monitors citizen requests using the SAP Plant Maintenance system.
• Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains the communications equipment related to the traffic signals.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Dispatches Public Works field crews.
• Inspects, tests, and repairs digital, solid-state, analog microprocessor traffic/revenue control, traffic signal, alarm, and data communication systems.
• Performs circuit analysis of digital and analog traffic/revenue control equipment, volume and density computers, cycle generators, display devices, coding equipment, and vehicle detectors.
• Wires traffic-control cabinets which include field wiring.
• Repairs broken-down signal/revenue-control equipment and prepares for servicing.
• Designs and builds test equipment to perform repairs and test functions for signal/revenue control equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Troubleshoots, isolates, and replaces or repairs faulty unit components.
• Operates electronic equipment to program various types of traffic signal controllers and traffic/revenue control equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electro-mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Documents all work performed in the field and in the shop.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Must obtain the appropriate type of Texas commercial 'CDL' or Texas operator's license within ninety (90) days of employment. The type of license required will be determined by the location and type and size of vehicle operated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance System,
• Knowledge of computerized traffic control systems.
• Practical working knowledge of traffic signal timing principles and practices. 
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. 
• Ability to use basic hand tools and power tools. 
• Ability to handle all the physical requirements of the job. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

Applicant Information 

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.  One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

• Knowledge of solid-state electronics, logic gates, digital, analog timing circuits, microprocessors, oscillators, and electronic measuring and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic troubleshooting practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of Alternating Current/Direct Current (AC/DC) theory.
• Knowledge of programming, traffic phasing, and timing.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they relate to electronics and the electrical trade.
• Skill in utilizing electronic measuring equipment, including an oscilloscope, frequency counter, digital voltmeter, volt ohm meter, amp probe meter, cable and conduit locator, 'NEMA' and '170' controller testers, wire insulation tester, and loop detector tester.
• Skill in utilizing power hand tools.
• Skill in the operation of small and large 'Hi-ranger' bucket trucks. Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

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