Electrical Technician

Overview

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join the Team that Keeps Wyoming Moving

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT is currently seeking a Technical Operator Technician II based in Casper to assist traffic operations and support lead technicians with the installation and maintenance of electrical and electronic traffic control systems throughout the district.

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Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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• Traffic signals
• Roadway lighting
• Road closure systems
• School crossing signals
• Flashing beacons
• Other essential traffic infrastructure systems

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The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Repairs, builds, and maintains complex electronic equipment.
• Maintains and diagnoses hardware and software.
• Replaces damaged parts; inspects and diagnoses specific problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance, emergency repair and troubleshooting, modifications, utility locates, operation, software maintenance, and oversees initial operations.
• Monitors operations remotely, maintains and modifies site parameters using software when site changes are made.
• Responsible for site and factory-acceptable tests on new installations.
• Troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, installs, performs utility locates, and inspects contractor installations of complex electrical and electronic devices.
• Provides traffic control when needed and wears proper protective gear.
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly reports and inspection forms.
• May provide advanced training to less experienced specialists.
• Inspect, diagnose, document, and repair roadside lighting.
• Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures to include the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.

• Preferences/ Agency Requirements:
• Preference will go to applicants with a Traffic signal level 1 or above IMSA certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Wyoming Class A CDL within 1 year of employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain a certification to operate equipment as directed by WYDOT
• Must have the ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving.
• Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification
• Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger Certification.

• KNOWLEDGE:
• Basic hand tool use and knowledge.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting electrical or electronic devices.
• Ability to read and use a digital multimeter.
• Ability to perform the job in a safe manner.
• Proper training in basic first-aid and CPR.
• Ability to work at heights above 45 feet out of a bucket or lift truck.
• Ability and experience with construction work.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the internal workings of traffic signal components and cabinets.

Education: Associate's Degree

• Experience:
  
  0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Technical Operations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Technical…