Electronic Specialist II (Golden)

Department Information

Description of Job

Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:

Two (2) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.

OR

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years.

• This position must access and troubleshoot communication, power and device specific issues including understanding and testing different pieces of equipment by power cycling or repairing damages;
• This position will work on devices such as weather station sensors, cameras, variable message boards, variable speed limit board, sidefire radars, automatic traffic records, etc. as well as repairing or troubleshooting fiber connections and switches including backbone and lateral paths through pull boxes and manholes.
• Uses remote troubleshooting tools to assist field technician with repair of electronic/electro-mechanical devices;
• Configures new electronics/electro-mechanical equipment for deployment into a field environment; field troubleshoots complex electronic failures and uses Tolling/ATM software to monitor equipment status and performance;
• Performs second level testing of failed equipment returned from the field; determines if device is repairable, surplus, or returned to vendor;
• Provides training to other employees in the area of electronics/electro-mechanical repair; trains and creates guides on new systems and/or devices deployed into the field; trains new employees on ITS specific devices and/or systems;
• Monitors systems and equipment functionality status;
• Creates and installs new cabling, replace old cabling, and assists Electronic Engineer with testing of new systems;
• Orders and tracks materials as needed;
• Plans and schedules maintenance tasks, taking into account personnel expertise and availability, vehicle size restrictions and site access restrictions;
• Coordinates and schedules traffic control activities with CDOT region primes and maintenance patrols and contract companies, ensuring proper internal notification procedures are followed;
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Your schedule will primarily be 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday-Thursday.
• On-call for emergencies
• May be required to travel out of town to repair ITS devices or systems.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify via the substitution, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Must obtain a current, valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License Type A or B with air brakes within 6 months of hire.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section
• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
• Familiarity with electrical work.
• Experience in installing, repairing, replacing, and troubleshooting electronic systems and equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of ITS devices (e.g. Variable Message Signs, Close Circuit TV, radar and/or weather stations).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Analytical thinking, research skills, and problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in independent and team situations.
• Strong time management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Google, SharePoint and the ability to learn other software systems.

Supplemental Information

• A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
• A cover letter that describes your interest in this position how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
• A detailed chronological resume.
• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

• All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
• Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
  • Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
  • Be sure your application materials specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
• A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.