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Electronics Technician I

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Electronics Technician I

Salary

$39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually

Location

Forsyth County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-08579

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

07/09/2025

Closing Date

7/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Electronics Technician I

Position Number

60020959

Section

9/Traffic Services

Salary Grade

NC09

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+ Benefits

+ Questions

Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This posting is for an Electronics Technician I position that will report to the Winston-Salem Traffic Services Office, at 350 Craft Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. This position will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and 24-hour emergency repair of electrical, electronic, and computerized traffic control systems in Davidson, Rowan, Forsyth, Davie, and Stokes Counties. The duties to be performed include safe operation of aerial lift vehicle in live traffic, installing traffic signal equipment, wiring detectors, installing and wiring controllers, tracing out electrical wiring diagrams to locate trouble, dismantling and reassembling components, and replacing worn or faulty parts. Work will be performed without constant supervision and will be evaluated by a supervisor for efficient use of time and proper operation of traffic control systems repaired and maintained. Skills of this position include general knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools, materials and test equipment used in the electrical/electronic trade, ability to diagnose source of equipment failures, ability to repair/maintain a wide variety of complex electrical equipment. Position is subject to overtime work when necessary, as well as emergency callback. The Electronics Technician I is expected to maintain proper records of all signal work accomplished and keep an accurate record of time worked and all materials used via computer. The position will be exposed to extreme weather conditions and a high volume of moving traffic.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

+ 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 technical supervision.

+ Experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.

Additional Expectations:

Employee must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, shoulder high. Must be able to use and operate aerial bucket truck up to 60 feet in height. Must be able to perform assigned tasks, understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safer work environment. The employee should have the ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signals and other traffic control devices. Employee will be expected to work in environmental conditions which include extreme cold and excessive heat, exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic, and heavy construction.

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker (N) endorsement. Either possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License 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 will be 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 substance and alcohol testing.

Safety-toed shoes required.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

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 one year of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of specialized electronic devices, preferably including some responsibility for circuit modification; 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

Robyn Warner 336-747-7800

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of standard test equipment used to diagnose electronic components?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

04

Explain how you have knowledge of standard test equipment used to diagnose electronic components.

05

Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and understanding schematic drawings and wiring diagrams?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

06

Explain how you have experience reading and understanding schematic drawings and wiring diagrams.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the National Electric Code?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

08

Explain how you have knowledge of the National Electric Code.

09

Which of the following best describes your level of ability to plan, schedule, and carry out work assignments effectively with minimal technical supervision?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 -2 Years

+ 2 -3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

10

Explain how you have the ability to plan, schedule, and carry out work assignments effectively with minimal technical supervision.

11

Which of the following best describes your level of experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 -2 Years

+ 2 -3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

12

Explain how you have experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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