STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Electronics Technician 2 (37.5 Hour)

Recruitment #190312-3246TC-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) is accepting applications for an Electronics Technician 2. This class performs tests, troubleshoots and repairs complex electronic traffic systems equipment including signal controllers and cabinets, traffic sensors, digital and electro-mechanical equipment, closed circuit television, alarms, public address systems, computer equipment and other electronic equipment containing transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessor units, etc.; requires using analog, digital and logic functions. Equipment may contain transistors, integrated circuits, and microprocessor units. Uses electronic laboratory standards and other test equipment to make measurements and tests as required in accordance with regulations.

Incumbents will be responsible for installing and maintaining electronic and electro-mechanical equipment, traffic signal equipment and other electronic devices. This position requires the ability to read and interpret instruction manuals, schematic and wiring diagrams. Point-to-point wiring of Traffic Signal Cabinets under “live field conditions.”

Selection Plan

This position requires candidates to have strong computer skills and should be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Candidates will be required to have the ability to learn a variety of software packages provided by equipment vendors; be expected to perform component level repairs of telemetry, microprocessor, digital and electromechanical traffic control equipment; trouble shooting skills and a working knowledge of Oscilloscopes, amp probes, multi-meters and diagnostics is a must. In addition, candidates will be required to build (wire) Traffic Control Cabinets in order to run traffic sequences specified by traffic sequence plans; capable of trouble shooting traffic cabinets and related traffic problems; trouble calls as described and Service Memos (cabinet revisions) are often performed under live and hazardous conditions.

The duties of the position are physically demanding, such as but not limited to, lifting traffic cabinets as well as working in areas that require climbing over guard rails and walking down steep embankments, and at times this needs to be done in snow and ice conditions.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the preferred criteria as indicated in this job announcement.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Diane Tyc at Diane.Tyc@ct.gov. (PN 30338)

 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

This class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks involved in installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing electronic and electro-mechanical equipment such as two-way radios, scientific electronic equipment, traffic signal equipment and other electronic devices.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Installs, maintains, tests and repairs two-way mobile and base station radio equipment, traffic radar, audio and video recorders, closed circuit television, alarms, intercom, public address systems, computer equipment and other electronic equipment containing transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessor units, circuit boards and other digital components; installs, maintains, tests and repairs electronic equipment such as scientific equipment and electro-mechanical equipment; fabricates and sets lighting patterns of traffic signal control boxes according to plans; monitors, tests, maintains and repairs traffic signal control components; maintains auxiliary standby power equipment; uses electronic laboratory standards and other test equipment to make measurements and tests as required by Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations; maintains, repairs and calibrates electronic test equipment; keeps records and prepares reports; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electronic equipment; knowledge of Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations where applicable; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret instruction manuals and schematic and wiring diagrams; ability to install and operate electronic equipment; ability to locate and repair defects in electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and devices using analog, digital and logic functions;ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in the maintenance, repair and servicing of electronic equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in electronics or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years for an Associate's degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including possession of a license for the repair of radio equipment at time of appointment.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to attend technical seminars or schools.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to high voltage electricity; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions if required to work outside.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.