Electronics Technician II

State of North Carolina

About The Position

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This posting is for an Electronics Technician II in the Traffic Services Signal Unit. This is a technical position including but not limited to traffic signals, on-site repair of electronic devices, computer-based signal systems, roadway/sign lighting and all Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Devices. Will coordinate incident management response 24/7 for traffic crashes along primary routes and highway corridors and be a primary contact for the Statewide Transportation Operations Center (STOC). This position is also responsible for diagnosis and correction of problems with state traffic control equipment and hardware/software which includes over 300 traffic signals and flashers. Also is responsible for programming signals in fiber optic, isolated and wireless radio closed loop signal systems. Position must be able to provide training and technical support for Electronics Technician I's in the Department. Position must be able to maintain written and computer-based records, communicate effectively both orally and in writing with contractors, co-workers, and the general public, and assist with developing and administering all annual construction contracts, purchase order contracts and division contracts. Must have the ability to use standard computer programs, work effectively with other employees, operate a bucket truck to respond to after-hours signal and incident management emergencies immediately and is required to be on call rotation for 24/7 response. Must have the ability to work outside for extended periods in variable weather conditions on uneven terrain, perform site reviews, inspections and coordinate required utility adjustments. This position may manage/supervise traffic signal technicians in proper traffic signal maintenance, installations and repair; and assign daily tasks and work schedules as directed. Employee must have considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering, including highway construction and maintenance methods and techniques. Must have the ability to read and interpret highway construction plans and analyze and solve difficult highway maintenance and construction problems. Must have the ability to communicate orally and in writing with DOT staff and employees, Governmental Officials, Private Engineers and Developers, and the general public. Experience with personnel management is preferred. Must have the ability to operate computer using Microsoft and SAP applications. Employee will be subject to outside environmental conditions, noise and traffic hazards and will be required to traverse difficult and steep terrain. Safety toe shoes are required. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date. Either possession of a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License with N endorsement on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing required. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

Requirements

Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and two 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.
Employee will be subject to outside environmental conditions, noise and traffic hazards and will be required to traverse difficult and steep terrain.
Safety toe shoes are required.
The selected candidate must be able to legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date.
Either possession of a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License with N endorsement on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.
Pre-employment drug testing required.
As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the use of standard test equipment used to diagnose & repair electronic components
Experience reading and understanding schematic drawings and wiring diagrams
Knowledge of the National Electric Code
Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and carry out work assignments effectively with minimal technical supervision
Knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the installation, revision, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic traffic control systems
Experience with personnel management is preferred.
Must have the ability to operate computer using Microsoft and SAP applications.

Responsibilities

Traffic signals
On-site repair of electronic devices
Computer-based signal systems
Roadway/sign lighting
Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Devices
Coordinate incident management response 24/7 for traffic crashes along primary routes and highway corridors
Primary contact for the Statewide Transportation Operations Center (STOC)
Diagnosis and correction of problems with state traffic control equipment and hardware/software which includes over 300 traffic signals and flashers
Programming signals in fiber optic, isolated and wireless radio closed loop signal systems
Provide training and technical support for Electronics Technician I's in the Department
Maintain written and computer-based records
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with contractors, co-workers, and the general public
Assist with developing and administering all annual construction contracts, purchase order contracts and division contracts
Operate a bucket truck to respond to after-hours signal and incident management emergencies immediately and is required to be on call rotation for 24/7 response
Perform site reviews, inspections and coordinate required utility adjustments
Manage/supervise traffic signal technicians in proper traffic signal maintenance, installations and repair; and assign daily tasks and work schedules as directed
Read and interpret highway construction plans and analyze and solve difficult highway maintenance and construction problems
Communicate orally and in writing with DOT staff and employees, Governmental Officials, Private Engineers and Developers, and the general public
Operate computer using Microsoft and SAP applications