Electronic Traffic Signal Technician - Highways; Of Kauai

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: DOT-HWY-2025-21

The immediate vacancy is located at the Kauai District Office, Department of Transportation - Highways, State of Hawaii.

This job posting will remain open until 25 applications are received. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Engineer, this position is responsible for maintaining the traffic signal system on Kauai; repairs all existing traffic signal equipment; assembles, tests, adjusts, installs and modifies electronic equipment; inspects traffic signals; maintains traffic signal inventory; maintains highway lighting inventory and inspects highway lighting facilities.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• General
  
  Experience:
  
  Two (2) years of work experience which demonstrates the possession of knowledge of electricity and electronic principles and theories; tools, instruments and materials used in electrical and electronic work; electrical and electronic work hazards and safety practices; and ability to use electronic and electrical test instruments to test and replace faulty electronic modules; and read and interpret plans, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, and diagrams of electrical/electronic circuits and prepare reports.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  One (1) year of work experience which demonstrated possession of knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and theories as they apply to the repair of minicomputers and electronic components such as oscillating, multivibrator, pulse, memory and integrated circuits and ability to read, understand, and prepare plans and schematic diagrams of applicable electrical and electronic circuits and test and repair or test and construct printed circuit assemblies.
• Electrician's License Requirement: A valid State of Hawaii Journey Worker Electrician's License is required at the time of application.
• Driver License Requirement: A valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii is required at the time of appointment.
• Lifting Requirement:
  Ability to lift and carry items of up to 50 lbs unassisted and 125 lbs assisted.
• Substitutions Allowed:
  Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements may apply.

Note:

Hawaii does not have reciprocity agreements with other jurisdictions.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office at  for assistance.