Transportation Electronics Technician I #2110-108200-02

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

• Skilled Trade

This position will maintain the City of Charlotte’s traffic signal management system including embedded loop detection, wireless sensors, video detection cameras, fiber optic cabling and troubleshoot electrical and electronic problems for the Engineering & Operations Spratt St. work group.

• Troubleshoot signalized intersections for problems and perform repairs in the field as needed 
• Locate, identify and mark CDOT copper or fiber optic cable • Ensure compliance with NC (811) One-call Center 
• Work extended hours during special projects, emergency situations, inclement weather, or as required.
• Participate in on-call rotation

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of electronic and electrical work as related to the repair of traffic signal equipment 
• Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in electronics and electrical repair work 
•  Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in electrical work 
•  Ability to diagnose and repair malfunctions in traffic signal equipment 
•  Ability to read and interpret typical wiring diagrams for traffic signal equipment 
•  Skill in the care and use of tools, equipment, and materials related to work 
• Strong computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office programs, knowledge of AutoCAD
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment 
•  Ability to read and interpret signal plans provided by traffic engineers. 
• Knowledge of the MUTCD and Nationals Electrical Manufacturer’s Association and National Electric Code standards for signal equipment • Ability to maintain records of materials, supplies, time, and work performed

• Strong background of methods, materials, tools and standard practices for the installation, operation and maintenance of traffic signal equipment, fiber and copper communications and the locating of underground cables 
•  Work experience in electronics 
• Experience working with live 120-240 volt electrical circuits and electrical wiring

High School Graduate or Equivalent and one (1) year related work experience

OR

Associate's Degree

• $45,374.00 - $56,717.00 / Year; Commensurate with experience

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As of October 1, 2021:

The City of Charlotte requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment for all new City of Charlotte employees. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law.

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