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NC Department of Transportation Electronics Technician I - Traffic Services in Smithfield, North Carolina
How to Apply
You must apply at by April 5.
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The Challenge
We're looking for an Electronics Technician to join our Johnston County Traffic Services team.
In this role, you will:
- Provide technical work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical/electronic equipment with an emphasis on traffic control equipment and related devices throughout Division 4 (Edgecombe, Halifax, Johnston, Nash, Wayne and Wilson Counties,) but primarily in Johnston county.
- Create monthly Project Reports.
- Locate and install traffic signal equipment, wiring detectors, and wiring controllers.
- Trace out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble.
- Dismantle and reassemble components.
- Replace worn/faulty parts.
What You Bring
- 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.
- Strength to lift up to 80+ pounds to shoulder high.
- Ability to use and operate an aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet.
- Good ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and comply with all safety rules/policies to maintain a safe work environment.
- Ability to perform manual physical labor in the installation and removal of traffic signs and other traffic control devices.
- You can work outside in extreme cold and hot, and with exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic and heavy construction.
- Ability to get a Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker (N) endorsement within 360 days of hire. (If you don't have it already, still apply. You can get it through our On-the-job Training).
- Safety toe footwear.
Notes
- Your work will be performed without constant supervision and will be evaluated by your supervisor to ensure an efficient use of time and proper operation of repaired/maintained Traffic Control Systems.
- Overtime work is required when necessary, and you will be subject to emergency callback.
- We will conduct a pre-employment drug test and background check with previous employers for the past 2 years about controlled substances/alcohol abuse.