Electronics Technician III

NCDOT's Traffic Electronics Center is looking for a well-qualified electronics technician to repair traffic signal equipment from across the state, helping to support the largest statewide signal system in the country, with over 10,000 signals! This position is within the ITS & Signals Management Section of the Transportation Systems Management and Operations Unit, universally considered to be the #1 Unit in the Department - just check out the Yelp reviews.

Official Posting is available here and pasted below: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4827150/electronics-technician-iii

In this position you will use various electrical and electronic test equipment to troubleshoot malfunctioning traffic control equipment. If the malfunction is the result of a hardware failure, this position must remove and replace the defective electronic component and reprogram any associated firmware. In this position, you will perform any necessary upgrades and tests repaired equipment to verify proper operation. This position may evaluate traffic control equipment for compliance with specifications or to evaluate functional capabilities for suitability for use on the Highway System. This position may determine test equipment needs and priorities.  

This position may design and implement modifications to traffic control equipment to extend its functions. This position modifies traffic control cabinets according to designs produced by others to add essential safety related features, such as railroad preemption.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical and electronics engineering, operating characteristics of standard electrical and communications equipment, electronic components, test equipment, and practices used in the field of electrical engineering.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electronics theory, electrical systems, communication systems, and how they work together to form an integrated system.
• Demonstrated ability to read and analyze schematic diagrams and maintenance manuals to troubleshoot and repair complex electronic equipment down to component level. 
• Demonstrated ability to remove and replace soldered through-hole, surface mounted, and ball grid array electronic components.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office

Management preferences

• Selected applicant must be able to legally operate a state vehicle for frequent travel statewide with occasional overnight travel.
• Selected applicant must be able to traverse rough terrain on roadside environments.
• Selected applicant must possess working knowledge of Linux.
• Selected applicant must possess working knowledge of Networking.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission

Supplemental and Contact Information: Leslie Johnson (919) 814-5031  lesliejohnson@ncdot.gov

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.