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Electronics Technician - NEW HIGHER PAY

Company:
NC Department of Transportation
Location:
Winston-Salem, NC
Pay:
$39,671.00 - $69,426.00
Posted:
April 25, 2025
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Description:

How to Apply

You must apply at https://tinyurl.com/4685a28z by May 7.

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NEW HIGHER SALARY: $39,671 - $69,426

The Challenge

We're looking for an Electronics Technician to join our Division 9 Traffic Services team.

In this role, you will:

Construct and assist with signal installations.

Diagnose traffic signal equipment malfunctions.

Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronics devices or systems made of several interconnected devices.

Train junior electronic technicians and verify that their day-to-day field work is in compliance with NCDOT Standards.

Operate a 24K signal bucket truck.

Assist in and construct signal installations.

Lead the diagnosis of malfunctions in traffic signal equipment.

Assist in and construct signal installations, including installation of aerial span wires and cables.

Assist in the installation of vehicle sensors in pavement and wiring of complex cabinets.

Perform skilled work in the diagnosis of malfunctions in microprocessor-based and solid-state traffic signal controllers and cabinets to the module level.

Read and interpret drawings and wire diagrams.

Perform necessary installation and repairs using hand tools and field test equipment.

Respond to emergency maintenance calls during and after normal working hours.

What You Bring

Ability to direct and supervise work by others.

Knowledge of standard test equipment used to diagnose 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 supervision.

Experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.

Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

A Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker (N) endorsement. (Don't Have IT? STILL APPLY! You can get it through our on-the-job training within 360 days of hire).

Strength to lift 80 pounds to shoulder high.

Ability to safely use and operate an aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet in height without accommodations.

Ability to perform assigned tasks and understand and follow verbal and written instructions, comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment.

Ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices.

Ability to work in environmental conditions, including extreme cold and excessive heat, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic, and heavy construction.

Safety toe shoes.

Notes

A pre-employment drug test is required, and we will check with previous employers for the past 3 years about controlled substances/alcohol abuse.

We may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

Education & Experience

Associate's degree in Electronics, and

1+ year experience in the repair and maintenance of specialized electronic devices, preferably including some responsibility for circuit modification; or

An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Questions?

Call me: Robyn Warner at 336-747-7800.

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