Electronics Technician

The Department of Transportation, Division State Highway Administrator – Division of Highways is hiring an Electronics Technician I (S) (Position No. , Grade NC09). The primary base of operations for this position is in New Bern, although work will be required statewide.

• Serve on a 2‑member team as an Electronics Technician for movable or fixed span bridges in Division 2.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic issues for movable span bridges including motors, motor drive systems, electronic controls and safety interlocks.
• Repair and maintain electrical utility distribution for HVAC, lighting and other electrical equipment installed.
• Act as an emergency responder for drawbridge failures as controls are predominantly electrical or electronic in nature.
• Assist with conducting electrical inspection of drawbridges and their components, and document any deficiencies found.
• Read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic control diagrams and equipment manuals.
• Perform work in an assigned area and statewide, and participate in an on‑call rotation.

• Preference will be given to applicants with a North Carolina Electrical Contractor’s License and movable bridge experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code, MUTCD, AASHTO and Federal Regulations pertaining to movable bridges and fixed bridge navigational lighting.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical and electronic traffic control systems.
• Experience reading and understanding electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and PLC ladder logic.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and computers for monitoring and downloading electrical data.
• Demonstrated ability to work in confined spaces, climb bridge structures, work from both aerial and under‑bridge equipment, and navigate and work from a boat.
• 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.

Grade NC09: $41,206.00 – $72,113.00 annually.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.